How much is the train ticket from Preston to Carlisle?

The cheapest train tickets from Preston to Carlisle start at $19. The average price for this train route is around $44. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Preston to Carlisle?

The average train trip from Preston to Carlisle takes 1h 10m and covers 128 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 4m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Preston to Carlisle route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast , Transpennine Express , Northern .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Preston to Carlisle?

The earliest train from Preston to Carlisle departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 9:43pm.

What is the best train operator from Preston to Carlisle?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Preston to Carlisle?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Preston to Carlisle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Preston to Carlisle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Preston to Carlisle from $18

Next train departures

Next departures for Preston to Carlisle on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:14am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	9:21am	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	9:00am	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	9:00am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Carlisle on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:41pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	4:48pm	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	8:53am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	10:00am	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 9m	9:03am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Carlisle on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 12m	12:06pm	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	11:55am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	1:02pm	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	10:19am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 13m	11:32am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	10:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 12m	12:06pm	Carlisle	No tags
Train	10:19am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 13m	11:32am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Carlisle on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:14am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	9:21am	Carlisle	CheapestFastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 9m	9:03am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 9m	9:03am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Carlisle on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:14am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	9:21am	Carlisle	CheapestFastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 9m	9:03am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 9m	9:03am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Carlisle on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:14am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	9:21am	Carlisle	CheapestFastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 9m	9:03am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 9m	9:03am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Carlisle on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:14am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	9:21am	Carlisle	CheapestFastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 9m	9:03am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	8:15am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 9m	9:03am	Carlisle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:42 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Preston to Carlisle

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

127 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $44	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $121	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $26	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Preston to Carlisle by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Preston to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from Preston to Carlisle start at $19. The average price for this train route is around $44. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Preston to Carlisle?
The average train trip from Preston to Carlisle takes 1h 10m and covers 128 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 4m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Preston to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Preston to Carlisle?
The earliest train from Preston to Carlisle departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 9:43pm.
What is the best train operator from Preston to Carlisle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Preston to Carlisle?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Preston to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Preston to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$50

12-10

$58

Today

$52

12-12

$22

12-13

$24

12-14

$36

12-15

$21

12-16

$18

The cheapest trip from Preston to Carlisle was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Preston to Carlisle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $18 to $115 for a train ticket from Preston to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-16.