Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct

Cheapest price on 10 Oct

£13

Average ticket price on 10 Oct

£19

Fastest journey on 10 Oct

1 h 31 m

Average journey duration on 10 Oct

1 h 32 m

Trains on 10 Oct

26

Distance

92 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

On Sat 10 Oct, we found 26 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK), including 10 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.

  • Northern Trains Limited
    5:491h36
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    7:25Cark & Cartmel (CAK)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern Trains Limited
    7:501h42
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:32Cark & Cartmel (CAK)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern Trains Limited
    9:501h33
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    11:23Cark & Cartmel (CAK)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern Trains Limited
    10:501h44
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    12:34Cark & Cartmel (CAK)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern Trains Limited
    12:501h46
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    14:36Cark & Cartmel (CAK)
    £131One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK)

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:50, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
92 km
Average train duration
1h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 30m
First train
13:50
Last train
18:50
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern Trains Limited5:49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h36
7:25 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express6:22 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h45
8:07 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)1 change
TransPennine Express7:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h32
8:53 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)1 change
Northern Trains Limited7:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h34
9:24 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited8:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h57
10:47 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)1 change
Northern Trains Limited9:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h33
11:23 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited10:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h44
12:34 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express12:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h31
13:52 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)1 change
Northern Trains Limited12:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h46
14:36 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited13:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h45
15:35 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited14:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h46
16:36 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)1 change
Northern Trains Limited15:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h34
17:24 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express16:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h44
18:05 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)1 change
Northern Trains Limited16:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h33
18:23 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express17:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h48
19:09 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)1 change
Northern Trains Limited17:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h56
19:46 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)1 change
Northern Trains Limited18:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h33
20:23 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect
Northern Trains Limited19:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h33
21:23 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect
TransPennine Express20:22 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h20
22:42 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)1 change
Northern Trains Limited22:17 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h44
0:01 Cark & Cartmel (CAK)0 changesdirect

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Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express offer trains services from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK).

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Cark & Cartmel (CAK) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£5
Northern Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£11
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) 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 Cark & Cartmel (CAK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) covers a distance of 92 km and takes approximately 1h 30m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) is 92 km.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) leaves at 13:50.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) departs at 18:50.
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Cark & Cartmel (CAK). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.
There is no night train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK).
Booking trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Cark & Cartmel is considered scenic, offering views of the English countryside, the Lake District, and Morecambe Bay along the route.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Cark & Cartmel (CAK).

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