The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lancaster station (LAN) for Carlisle station (CAR) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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 station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a ferry costs an average of £28.
Distance: 94 km
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price | £33 Average Price |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:30 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0h51 | 08:21 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR)
Trains from Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 12:58. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 50m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 12:58 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR) trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Lancaster station (LAN) and Carlisle station (CAR) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
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Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster station (LAN) to Carlisle station (CAR) 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 station (CAR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster station (LAN) and Carlisle station (CAR)
- 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.
- 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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