The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR)
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Airport 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 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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 train, coach and ferry for Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 175 km
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR) trains for tomorrow, Monday 23 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:04 Manchester Airport | 2h10 | 10:14 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR) by train, coach or ferry
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TransPennine Express with all available travel options, which are train, bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR)
Trains from Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:04, the last at 15:30. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 08:04 |
Last train 15:30 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR) trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport 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.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Carlisle station (CAR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport and Carlisle station (CAR)
- 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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