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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Carlisle station (CAR)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) 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 Newcastle station (NCL) to Carlisle station (CAR) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 6 trains that leave Newcastle station (NCL) for Carlisle station (CAR) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Newcastle station (NCL) to Carlisle station (CAR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle station (NCL) to Carlisle station (CAR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £36.
Distance: 85 km
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Live departures
Newcastle station (NCL) to Carlisle station (CAR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle station (NCL) to Carlisle station (CAR) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 23 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G90982 | On time 06:20 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h38 | 07:58 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90983 | On time 07:03 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h38 | 08:41 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y25802 | On time 07:26 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h37 | 09:03 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y25849 | On time 07:58 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 09:22 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G90882 | On time 08:26 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h21 | 09:47 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y25851 | On time 08:48 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 10:14 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle station (NCL) to Carlisle station (CAR)
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Trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Carlisle station (CAR) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 20:25 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Newcastle station (NCL) to Carlisle station (CAR) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Newcastle station (NCL) and Carlisle station (CAR) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle station (NCL) to Carlisle station (CAR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle station (NCL) 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 Newcastle station (NCL) and Carlisle station (CAR)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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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