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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Carlisle (CAR)

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17

train journeys
per day

87

miles (140 kms)

3hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Carlisle is approximately 87 miles (140 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 36 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Carlisle.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    10:09
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:16
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:16
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:49
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:16
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:16
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    13:48
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:16
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    14:48
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:16
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    15:48
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:16
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    16:50
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:16
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    17:53
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:16
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    18:49
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:16
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    19:51
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    17:16
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    20:52
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    18:16
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    19:01
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    22:53
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    22:16
    8 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    06:48
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    22:48
    9 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    23:22
    9 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    09:11
    Birkdale
    Carlisle
    Birkdale to Carlisle

About Birkdale Station

Station name Birkdale (BDL)
Address Birkdale station, Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4AF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:27 - 00:32
Tuesday 05:27 - 00:32
Wednesday 05:27 - 00:32
Thursday 05:27 - 00:32
Friday 05:27 - 00:32
Saturday 05:27 - 00:32
Sunday 07:47 - 00:32
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
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 Birkdale and Carlisle

The travel time between Birkdale and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale 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 Birkdale & Carlisle. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Carlisle.

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