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Trains from Durham (DHM) to Carlisle (CAR)

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25

train journeys
per day

54

miles (87 kms)

2hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

00:13 / 00:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Durham (DHM) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Durham and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Durham to Carlisle is approximately 54 miles (87 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 28 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Durham and Carlisle.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Durham to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Durham to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:13
    7 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:05
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:41
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    09:26
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:42
    2 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    10:19
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:55
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:17
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:55
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:17
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:27
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:12
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:55
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:17
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:55
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:17
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    15:53
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:37
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:58
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    16:48
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:55
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:17
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    17:53
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:55
    2 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:26
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    19:47
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:55
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    20:47
    Durham
    Carlisle
    Durham to Carlisle

About Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
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 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 Durham and Carlisle

The travel time between Durham and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Durham and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:53.

First class tickets on trains between Durham and Carlisle typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Durham 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 Durham & Carlisle. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Durham and Carlisle.

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