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Trains from Ilkley (ILK) to Carlisle (CAR)

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22

train journeys
per day

80

miles (129 kms)

3hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Ilkley (ILK) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Ilkley and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ilkley to Carlisle is approximately 80 miles (129 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ilkley to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Ilkley to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:02
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:09
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:56
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    11:18
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:40
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:40
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:14
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:40
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:40
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:41
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:58
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:40
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:45
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:40
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:10
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    19:04
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:40
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    19:28
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:10
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    20:16
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:40
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    17:12
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    20:57
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    17:43
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    21:56
    Ilkley
    Carlisle
    Ilkley to Carlisle

About Ilkley Station

Station name Ilkley (ILK)
Address Ilkley station, Station Plaza, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8HF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:05 - 17:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

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 Ilkley and Carlisle

The travel time between Ilkley and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ilkley and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Ilkley 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 Ilkley & Carlisle. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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