4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Carlisle will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nottingham for Carlisle 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 246 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 46 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.
7:454h46Nottingham12:31Carlisle£321One-way0 changes
7:043h56Nottingham11:00Carlisle£981One-way0 changes
- 7:043h56Nottingham11:00Carlisle£981One-way0 changes
- 7:454h46Nottingham12:31Carlisle£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 246 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£57 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Carlisle trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:04 Nottingham | 3h56 | 11:00 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:45 Nottingham | 4h46 | 12:31 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Carlisle by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Carlisle.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Carlisle.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Carlisle
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Trains from Nottingham to Carlisle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 5:08 |
Last train 20:08 |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Carlisle trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Carlisle from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nottingham to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Carlisle
Most Nottingham to Carlisle trains use the Nottingham to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Carlisle leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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 Nottingham 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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