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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£177
Average price
£177
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
6 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Carlisle will cost around £177 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £177.
Of the 1 trains that leave Norwich for Carlisle every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 376 km distance in an average of 6 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Norwich to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 376 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£144 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Norwich to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Carlisle trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:53 Norwich | 7h05 | 14:58 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Carlisle
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Trains from Norwich to Carlisle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 376 km distance in 5h 48m.
Distance 376 km |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 48m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 18:47 |
Train companies: LNER, east_midlands_trains, Abellio Greater Anglia from Norwich to Carlisle trainsLNER, east_midlands_trains, Abellio Greater Anglia trains will get you between Norwich and Carlisle from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Norwich to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Carlisle
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WC
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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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