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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Plymouth (PLY)

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15

train journeys
per day

316

miles (508 kms)

7hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

01:44 / 01:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Plymouth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Plymouth is approximately 316 miles (508 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 5 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Plymouth.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 36 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Carlisle to Plymouth

Journeys from Carlisle to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    01:44
    10 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    12:14
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:43
    8 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    14:13
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:03
    7 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    14:47
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:07
    7 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    15:47
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:10
    7 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    16:47
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:06
    7 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    17:47
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:50
    8 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    19:20
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:06
    7 hrs 41 mins2 changes
    19:47
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:12
    7 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    20:49
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:07
    7 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    21:51
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:47
    7 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    23:36
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:07
    7 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    23:43
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:47
    10 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    05:38
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    19:49
    13 hrs 50 mins3 changes
    09:39
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    20:07
    15 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    11:10
    Carlisle
    Plymouth
    Carlisle to Plymouth

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
AddressCarlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
AddressPlymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Plymouth

The travel time between Carlisle and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Plymouth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:17.

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Amenities on trains between Carlisle and Plymouth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carlisle & Plymouth. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Plymouth.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Carlisle and Plymouth, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.