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Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Carlisle (CAR)

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19

train journeys
per day

288

miles (463 kms)

6hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

06:13 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Maidstone East (MDE) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Maidstone East and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Maidstone East to Carlisle is approximately 288 miles (463 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 15 mins.

Lumo, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone East and Carlisle.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Maidstone East to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Maidstone East to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:13
    6 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    12:43
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    06:27
    6 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:13
    6 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    13:45
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:13
    6 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    14:44
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:13
    6 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:27
    6 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    16:44
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:13
    6 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    17:45
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:27
    7 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    18:49
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:13
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    19:02
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:27
    7 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    19:51
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:13
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    20:02
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:27
    7 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:13
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    21:02
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:27
    7 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:13
    6 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    21:56
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:27
    7 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    22:53
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:13
    6 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    23:04
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    20:13
    11 hrs 3 changes
    07:13
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    23:13
    10 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Maidstone East
    Carlisle
    Maidstone East to Carlisle

About Maidstone East Station

Station name Maidstone East (MDE)
Address Maidstone East station, Station Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 07:45 - 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 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 Maidstone East and Carlisle

The travel time between Maidstone East and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Maidstone East and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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Amenities on trains between Maidstone East 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 Maidstone East & Carlisle. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Lumo, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Maidstone East and Carlisle.

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