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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Carlisle (CAR)

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14

train journeys
per day

229

miles (369 kms)

6hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

04:59 / 23:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Carlisle is approximately 229 miles (369 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 17 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Carlisle.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:59
    6 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    11:00
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:32
    6 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:57
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:43
    6 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    6 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:23
    6 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:55
    6 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:23
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:55
    6 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:23
    6 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    20:00
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:23
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    21:04
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:23
    9 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    05:07
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:23
    11 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    07:54
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:30
    11 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Swansea
    Carlisle
    Swansea to Carlisle

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Swansea and Carlisle

The travel time between Swansea and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

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Amenities on trains between Swansea 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 Swansea & Carlisle. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Carlisle.

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