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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to London Waterloo

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24

train journeys
per day

261

miles (421 kms)

5hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

05:57 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to London Waterloo

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and London Waterloo , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to London Waterloo is approximately 261 miles (421 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 16 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and London Waterloo.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to London Waterloo. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to London Waterloo Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:57
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:24
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:32
    5 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:59
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:25
    5 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:03
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:52
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:23
    5 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:54
    5 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:58
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    17:09
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:52
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:25
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    17:26
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:53
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    18:18
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:36
    5 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    19:08
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:55
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    19:19
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:16
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:52
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    21:16
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:22
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    21:31
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:54
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    22:17
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:24
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    22:46
    Carlisle
    London Waterloo
    Carlisle to London Waterloo

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 London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and London Waterloo

The travel time between Carlisle and London Waterloo by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and London Waterloo vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Carlisle and London Waterloo 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 & London Waterloo. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and London Waterloo.

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