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Trains from Sandbach (SDB) to Carlisle (CAR)

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28

train journeys
per day

122

miles (196 kms)

2hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

06:23 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Sandbach (SDB) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Sandbach and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Sandbach to Carlisle is approximately 122 miles (196 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 13 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sandbach to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 46 mins.

Journeys from Sandbach to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:23
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:11
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    06:53
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:23
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:52
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:22
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    11:18
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:32
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:23
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    12:09
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:32
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:53
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    10:32
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    13:48
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:23
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    14:10
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    14:48
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:53
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:23
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    12:32
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    15:48
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:23
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    16:14
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:32
    3 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    16:50
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:32
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    17:53
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:23
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    18:16
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:32
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    18:49
    Sandbach
    Carlisle
    Sandbach to Carlisle

About Sandbach Station

Station name Sandbach (SDB)
Address Sandbach station, Station Road, Sandbach, Cheshire, CW11 3JG
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 13:00
Saturday 07:25 - 13:50
Sunday 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 Sandbach and Carlisle

The travel time between Sandbach and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sandbach and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Sandbach 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 Sandbach & Carlisle. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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