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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£159
Average price
£159
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rugby to Carlisle will cost around £159 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £159.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rugby 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 302 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.
Live departures
Rugby to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Carlisle trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:42 Rugby | 3h18 | 12:00 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby to Carlisle
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Trains from Rugby to Carlisle run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 302 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 302 km |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 20:07 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Rugby to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Rugby and Carlisle from £66. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rugby to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby 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 Rugby and Carlisle
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Dining
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WC
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 - Mill Road (Multi-Story)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Steep ramp from entrance to platforms, staff are available to help.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 4, Platform 5 and at the front of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 64 cycle spaces on Platform 2, 64 cycle spaces on Platform 4, a further 12 stands on the North end of Platform 2/4 and 16 cycle spaces outside Car Park 3 (Mutli-Story) a total of 156 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station,out towards the right hand side near to the short stay car park by the bus garage.
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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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