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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Carlisle (CAR)

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14

train journeys
per day

299

miles (482 kms)

6hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 23:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury West to Carlisle is approximately 299 miles (482 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 6 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Carlisle.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:23
    6 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    11:45
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:23
    6 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    12:43
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:23
    6 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    13:45
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:23
    6 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    6 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:23
    6 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    6 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    17:45
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    19:02
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    20:02
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    21:02
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    6 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    21:56
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:23
    6 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    23:04
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:23
    10 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    07:13
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:23
    10 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Canterbury West
    Carlisle
    Canterbury West to Carlisle

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
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 Canterbury West and Carlisle

The travel time between Canterbury West and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:18.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury West 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 Canterbury West & Carlisle. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Carlisle.

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