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Trains from Southampton Central to Carlisle (CAR)

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27

train journeys
per day

282

miles (454 kms)

5hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Carlisle is approximately 282 miles (454 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 18 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Carlisle.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:15
    5 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    5 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:49
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    5 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    5 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    5 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    5 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    5 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:48
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    5 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    16:48
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    5 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    5 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:53
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:00
    5 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    18:49
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:02
    5 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    19:51
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    5 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    20:00
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:00
    5 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Southampton Central
    Carlisle
    Southampton Central to Carlisle

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Southampton Central and Carlisle

The travel time between Southampton Central and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central & Carlisle. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Carlisle.

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