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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Carlisle (CAR)

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13

train journeys
per day

111

miles (179 kms)

3hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

06:33 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Carlisle is approximately 111 miles (179 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 57 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Carlisle.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:33
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:13
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    06:47
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    11:18
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:49
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:17
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:12
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:10
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    18:16
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:12
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    19:13
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    20:16
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    18:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    22:16
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    22:19
    8 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    23:19
    9 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:00
    Ellesmere Port
    Carlisle
    Ellesmere Port to Carlisle

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Ellesmere Port and Carlisle

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port & Carlisle. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Carlisle.

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