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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle (CAR)

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31

train journeys
per day

102

miles (165 kms)

1hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 00:37

first / last train

2

direct trains

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Liverpool Lime Street and Carlisle , with 2 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle is approximately 102 miles (165 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 34 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool Lime Street and Carlisle.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:43
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    07:54
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:44
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:12
    1 hrs 57 mins Direct
    10:09
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:39
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:39
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    13:48
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:39
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    14:48
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:39
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    15:48
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:45
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:39
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    16:48
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:39
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    17:53
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:45
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Carlisle
    Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle

About Liverpool Lime Street Station

Station name Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Address Liverpool Lime Street station, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JD
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Sunday 07:15 - 23:05
Monday to Friday 05:00 - 23:38
Saturday 05:00 - 23:38
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 Available
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 Liverpool Lime Street and Carlisle

The travel time between Liverpool Lime Street and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Liverpool Lime Street and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 2 direct services per day from Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Liverpool Lime Street and Carlisle.

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