How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Carlisle?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Carlisle start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £49. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Carlisle?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Carlisle is 2h 54m, covering a distance of 172 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Carlisle route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Birmingham to Carlisle departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 19:07.

Train Birmingham to Carlisle from £19

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Carlisle on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 53m	10:00	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	09:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 50m	11:57	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	07:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 53m	10:00	Carlisle	No tags
Train	08:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 53m	11:00	Carlisle	No tags
Train	08:07	Birmingham New Street	2h 53m	11:00	Carlisle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 16:49 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham 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 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 20mAverage duration

172 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £67	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £239	Average duration2h 54m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£19 - £33	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at £20

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Carlisle by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Carlisle start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £49. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Carlisle?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Carlisle is 2h 54m, covering a distance of 172 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Carlisle?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Carlisle departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 19:07.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£19

10/12

£23

Today

£23

12/12

£25

13/12

£25

14/12

No data

15/12

£20

16/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Carlisle was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

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

You can expect to pay from £19 to £203 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2025-12-15.