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Trains from Portsmouth Stations to Carlisle (CAR)

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17

train journeys
per day

291

miles (469 kms)

7hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 23:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Portsmouth Stations to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Portsmouth Stations and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Portsmouth Stations to Carlisle is approximately 291 miles (469 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 5 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Stations and Carlisle.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 49 mins.

Journeys from Portsmouth Stations to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:40
    8 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    05:20
    8 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    06:05
    8 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:10
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    06:50
    7 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    7 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:48
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:50
    8 hrs 2 changes
    16:50
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    8 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:53
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:50
    7 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:49
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    8 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    19:51
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:27
    7 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    20:16
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:50
    8 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:50
    8 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    21:51
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:50
    8 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    22:53
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    17:38
    13 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    18:29
    13 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    07:54
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    22:24
    10 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    22:38
    12 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Portsmouth & Southsea
    Carlisle
    Portsmouth & Southsea to Carlisle

About Portsmouth Stations Station

Station name Portsmouth Stations (134)
Address London Euston station, Euston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2RT
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:30
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
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 Portsmouth Stations and Carlisle

The travel time between Portsmouth Stations and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Portsmouth Stations and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:37.

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Amenities on trains between Portsmouth Stations 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 Portsmouth Stations & Carlisle. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Portsmouth Stations and Carlisle.

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