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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Carlisle will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lancaster for Carlisle every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lancaster to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lancaster to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Carlisle trains for tomorrow, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:09 Lancaster | 0h51 | 09:00 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Carlisle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lancaster to Carlisle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 51m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 21:58 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Lancaster to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Lancaster and Carlisle from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lancaster to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster to Carlisle by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carlisle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster and Carlisle
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 (south end)120 Stands Platform 3 (middle) 16 Platform 4 (North End), 12 Stands Platform 5, 40 Stands
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station rear entrance adjacent to platform 3.
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
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