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Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Carlisle (CAR)

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29

train journeys
per day

53

miles (85 kms)

1hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

06:44 / 23:51

first / last train

4

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Carnforth and Carlisle , with 4 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carnforth to Carlisle is approximately 53 miles (85 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 6 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carnforth to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Carnforth to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    08:15
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:39
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    10:09
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:40
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:02
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:57
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:18
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:24
    3 hrs 17 mins Direct
    13:41
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    12:09
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:40
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:57
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    13:14
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:43
    1 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:29
    3 hrs 22 mins Direct
    16:51
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:43
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:03
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:43
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    16:14
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:39
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    16:50
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:05
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    17:53
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:11
    3 hrs 34 mins Direct
    19:45
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:43
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    18:11
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    17:43
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    18:10
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    19:51
    Carnforth
    Carlisle
    Carnforth to Carlisle

About Carnforth Station

Station name Carnforth (CNF)
Address Carnforth station, Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
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 Carnforth and Carlisle

The travel time between Carnforth and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carnforth and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 4 direct services per day from Carnforth to Carlisle

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

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