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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penrith to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penrith to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penrith to Carlisle will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 3 trains that leave Penrith for Carlisle every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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 Penrith to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penrith to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 28 km
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£6 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Penrith to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Penrith to Carlisle trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:39 Penrith | 0h15 | 06:54 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:44 Penrith | 0h16 | 09:00 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:59 Penrith | 0h15 | 09:14 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penrith to Carlisle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Penrith to Carlisle run on average 8 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 15m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 22:38 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Penrith to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Penrith and Carlisle from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Penrith to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penrith 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 Penrith and Carlisle
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 11:30 - 19:00 Advance purchase tickets are available between 09:10 and 16:30 Monday at Saturday and from 08:00 to 16:30 on a Sunday
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- 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 Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information 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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