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Trains from Oxford to Carlisle (CAR)

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18

train journeys
per day

227

miles (366 kms)

4hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Oxford to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Oxford and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oxford to Carlisle is approximately 227 miles (366 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 1 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, GWR, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Carlisle.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oxford to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Oxford to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:20
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    4 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:48
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:49
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:40
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:39
    4 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:46
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:39
    4 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    4 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:39
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:39
    4 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:39
    4 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:39
    4 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:39
    4 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    20:00
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:40
    4 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    21:04
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:39
    4 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    22:01
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:01
    7 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    05:07
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:07
    10 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Oxford
    Carlisle
    Oxford to Carlisle

About Oxford Station

Station name Oxford (OXF)
Address Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Available
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 Oxford and Carlisle

The travel time between Oxford and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oxford and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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

Amenities on trains between Oxford 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 Oxford & Carlisle. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, GWR, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Oxford and Carlisle.

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