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Trains from Rainhill (RNH) to Carlisle (CAR)

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15

train journeys
per day

102

miles (164 kms)

2hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

06:21 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Rainhill (RNH) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Rainhill and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rainhill to Carlisle is approximately 102 miles (164 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 16 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rainhill to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Rainhill to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:21
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    09:11
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:21
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:23
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    11:18
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:09
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:21
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:22
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:21
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    16:14
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:21
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    17:53
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:22
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    18:16
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:21
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    19:13
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    17:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    20:16
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    18:21
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    19:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    22:16
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    23:52
    6 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    Rainhill
    Carlisle
    Rainhill to Carlisle

About Rainhill Station

Station name Rainhill (RNH)
Address Rainhill station, Station Road, Rainhill, Merseyside, L35 0LL
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:50
Thursday 06:00 - 23:50
Friday 06:00 - 23:50
Saturday 06:00 - 23:50
Sunday 08:45 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 Rainhill and Carlisle

The travel time between Rainhill and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rainhill and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Rainhill 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 Rainhill & Carlisle. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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