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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Thornford (THO)

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9

train journeys
per day

275

miles (443 kms)

8hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

01:44 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Thornford (THO)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Thornford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Thornford is approximately 275 miles (443 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 10 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Thornford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 20 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Carlisle to Thornford

Journeys from Carlisle to Thornford Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    01:44
    9 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    11:37
    Carlisle
    Thornford
    Carlisle to Thornford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    05:43
    7 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    13:36
    Carlisle
    Thornford
    Carlisle to Thornford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:07
    7 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    15:36
    Carlisle
    Thornford
    Carlisle to Thornford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:06
    7 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    17:36
    Carlisle
    Thornford
    Carlisle to Thornford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:49
    7 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    19:56
    Carlisle
    Thornford
    Carlisle to Thornford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:49
    8 hrs 20 mins 4 changes
    22:09
    Carlisle
    Thornford
    Carlisle to Thornford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:47
    6 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    22:25
    Carlisle
    Thornford
    Carlisle to Thornford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    20:07
    13 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    09:38
    Carlisle
    Thornford
    Carlisle to Thornford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    21:25
    14 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    11:37
    Carlisle
    Thornford
    Carlisle to Thornford

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Thornford Station

Station name Thornford (THO)
Address Thornford station, Thornford Road, Thornford, Dorset, DT9 6PT
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Thornford

The travel time between Carlisle and Thornford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Thornford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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Amenities on trains between Carlisle and Thornford 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 & Thornford. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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