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Trains from Barrow-In-Furness (BIF) to Carlisle (CAR)

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33

train journeys
per day

54

miles (87 kms)

1hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 22:46

first / last train

15

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Barrow-In-Furness (BIF) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Barrow-In-Furness and Carlisle , with 15 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle is approximately 54 miles (87 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 33 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Barrow-In-Furness and Carlisle.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:50
    2 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    08:15
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    05:58
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    08:32
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    06:50
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    06:51
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    09:25
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    10:09
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    10:17
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:48
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    11:02
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    2 hrs 31 mins Direct
    11:59
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    12:09
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:22
    2 hrs 31 mins Direct
    12:53
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:49
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:19
    2 hrs 22 mins Direct
    13:41
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:51
    2 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:06
    2 hrs 44 mins Direct
    14:50
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:50
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    2 hrs 31 mins Direct
    15:46
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:52
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    16:14
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:24
    2 hrs 27 mins Direct
    16:51
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:47
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    16:50
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:49
    2 hrs 36 mins Direct
    17:25
    Barrow-In-Furness
    Carlisle
    Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle

About Barrow-In-Furness Station

Station name Barrow-In-Furness (BIF)
Address Barrow-in-Furness station, Station Approach, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 5QZ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 19:30
Tuesday 04:45 - 19:30
Wednesday 04:45 - 19:30
Thursday 04:45 - 19:30
Friday 04:45 - 19:30
Saturday 04:45 - 19:30
Sunday 08:00 - 17:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Barrow-In-Furness and Carlisle

The travel time between Barrow-In-Furness and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Barrow-In-Furness and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:46.

First class tickets on trains between Barrow-In-Furness and Carlisle typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 15 direct services per day from Barrow-In-Furness to Carlisle

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Barrow-In-Furness and Carlisle.

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