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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmslow to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmslow to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmslow to Carlisle will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wilmslow 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 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.
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Compare train and coach for Wilmslow to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmslow to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, and a coach costs an average of £34.
Distance: 180 km
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2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wilmslow to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmslow to Carlisle trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 06:32 Wilmslow | 2h28 | 09:00 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmslow to Carlisle
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Trains from Wilmslow to Carlisle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 06:36 |
Last train 18:47 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Wilmslow to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wilmslow and Carlisle from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Wilmslow to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow and Carlisle
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platforms 1, 3 and 4 only - Access to Manchester and Crewe platforms by means of subway from booking hall and ramp to each platform. Access to Manchester Airport platform from rear car park via ramp. Use help point button to call assistance to unlock the gate onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up & set down in the Short Stay Car Park
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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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