18:193h43Milton Keynes22:02Carlisle£1011One-way0 changes
18:193h43Milton Keynes22:02Carlisle£1011One-way0 changes
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Compare train, coach and flight for Milton Keynes to Carlisle
The cheapest option from Milton Keynes to Carlisle is coach, with an average price of £24. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Carlisle among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 349 km
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£63 Average Price | £264 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest option |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milton Keynes to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Carlisle trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 21:39 Milton Keynes | 4h12 | 1:51 Carlisle | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:42 Milton Keynes | 8h04 | 6:46 Carlisle | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Carlisle
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Milton Keynes to Carlisle, including 2 direct trains, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 349 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 349 km |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Lowest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 20:08 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Carlisle from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milton Keynes to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes and Carlisle
Most Milton Keynes to Carlisle trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Carlisle leave from?
Getting to Milton Keynes Central from Milton Keynes city centre
Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
Milton Keynes Central train station facilities and services
Milton Keynes Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
Which Carlisle station do trains from Milton Keynes arrive at?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: 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.
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