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Trains from Barnstaple (BNP) to Carlisle (CAR)

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11

train journeys
per day

268

miles (431 kms)

7hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

06:25 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Barnstaple (BNP) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Barnstaple and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Barnstaple to Carlisle is approximately 268 miles (431 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 12 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, GWR, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Barnstaple and Carlisle.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Barnstaple to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Barnstaple to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:25
    7 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:22
    7 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    7 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:14
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    7 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    7 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    7 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    19:04
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:35
    7 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    20:00
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:35
    7 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    21:04
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:35
    7 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    22:01
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:38
    10 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    05:07
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:41
    12 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Barnstaple
    Carlisle
    Barnstaple to Carlisle

About Barnstaple Station

Station name Barnstaple (BNP)
Address Barnstaple station, Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2AU
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 17:50
Saturday 06:15 - 17:50
Sunday 09:20 - 16:40
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 Unavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Barnstaple and Carlisle

The travel time between Barnstaple and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Barnstaple and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Barnstaple & Carlisle. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, GWR, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Barnstaple and Carlisle.

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