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Trains from Reading West to Carlisle (CAR)

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20

train journeys
per day

250

miles (403 kms)

6hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Carlisle is approximately 250 miles (403 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 3 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Carlisle.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:52
    6 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    6 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:43
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    6 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:45
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:02
    6 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:10
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:19
    6 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:48
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:59
    6 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    6 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    6 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    16:50
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    6 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:53
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:14
    6 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    18:49
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    6 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    6 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    19:51
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    6 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    20:16
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:16
    6 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    20:52
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:22
    6 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    6 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    22:16
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:14
    6 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    22:53
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    19:31
    11 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    06:48
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    21:01
    10 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    07:54
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    23:45
    9 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    Reading West
    Carlisle
    Reading West to Carlisle

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
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 Reading West and Carlisle

The travel time between Reading West and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 Reading West & Carlisle. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Carlisle.

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