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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Lewes (LWS)

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18

train journeys
per day

303

miles (489 kms)

5hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

06:22 / 23:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Lewes (LWS)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Lewes , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Lewes is approximately 303 miles (489 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 14 mins.

Gatwick Express, First TransPennine Express, Southern, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Lewes.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Lewes. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Lewes Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    5 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:49
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:48
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:48
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:49
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:49
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:49
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    19:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:47
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    20:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:48
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    21:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:11
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    22:56
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:52
    5 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    23:29
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:47
    6 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    01:23
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:49
    9 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    05:12
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:07
    10 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    06:39
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:25
    12 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    09:26
    Carlisle
    Lewes
    Carlisle to Lewes

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 Lewes Station

Station name Lewes (LWS)
Address Lewes station, Station Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2UP
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 20:45
Saturday 06:30 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:15
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Lewes

The travel time between Carlisle and Lewes by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Lewes vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:27.

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Amenities on trains between Carlisle and Lewes 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 & Lewes. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Gatwick Express, First TransPennine Express, Southern, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Lewes.

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