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Trains from Grantham (GRA) to Carlisle (CAR)

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25

train journeys
per day

165

miles (267 kms)

4hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

07:29 / 01:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Grantham (GRA) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Grantham 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 Grantham to Carlisle is approximately 165 miles (267 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 42 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Grantham to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Grantham to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:29
    4 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    11:45
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:46
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:19
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:43
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:42
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:14
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:14
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:19
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:42
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:08
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:21
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:41
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    15:58
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:19
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:42
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    17:06
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:22
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    17:45
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:42
    4 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    17:59
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:22
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    19:02
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:49
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:20
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    20:02
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:42
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    20:16
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:42
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    20:57
    Grantham
    Carlisle
    Grantham to Carlisle

About Grantham Station

Station name Grantham (GRA)
Address Grantham station, Station Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6BT
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 15:30
Saturday 08:00 - 15:00
Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
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 Grantham and Carlisle

The travel time between Grantham and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Grantham 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 07:29, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:53.

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

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

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