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5:256h31Plymouth11:56Carlisle£3991One-way1 change- 6:206h39Plymouth12:59Carlisle£3991One-way1 change
- 7:276h34Plymouth14:01Carlisle£3991One-way1 change
- 8:276h33Plymouth15:00Carlisle£3991One-way1 change
- 9:276h32Plymouth15:59Carlisle£3991One-way1 change
- 5:256h31Plymouth11:56Carlisle£3991One-way1 change
- 9:276h32Plymouth15:59Carlisle£3991One-way1 change
- 13:276h32Plymouth19:59Carlisle£3991One-way1 change
- 8:276h33Plymouth15:00Carlisle£3991One-way1 change
- 7:276h34Plymouth14:01Carlisle£3991One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to Carlisle
The cheapest option from Plymouth to Carlisle is coach, with an average price of £50. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Carlisle among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.
Distance: 510 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£230 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest option | £619 Average Price |
6h 51m Average total duration Fastest option 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 15m Average total duration 13h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Plymouth to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G01071+ W33378 | On time 9:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 6h34 | 16:01 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| W29782+W33375 | On time 10:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 6h34 | 17:01 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| G01077+W33376 | On time 11:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 6h41 | 18:08 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| G01078+W33374 | On time 12:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 6h38 | 19:05 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| W29792+W33377 | On time 13:27 Plymouth station (PLY) | 6h33 | 20:00 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| 5:25 Plymouth | 6h31 | 11:56 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 6:20 Plymouth | 6h39 | 12:59 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 7:27 Plymouth | 6h34 | 14:01 Carlisle | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Carlisle
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Plymouth to Carlisle, including direct trains, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £137 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 17:11. The fastest train covers the 510 km distance in 6h 37m.
Distance 510 km |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Lowest ticket price £137 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 37m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 17:11 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Plymouth to Carlisle trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Plymouth and Carlisle from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Carlisle
Most Plymouth to Carlisle trains use the Plymouth to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Plymouth station do trains to Carlisle leave from?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, 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 Plymouth 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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