How much does a train ticket cost from Milton Keynes to Carlisle?

The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Carlisle start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £107. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Milton Keynes to Carlisle?

The average train journey time from Milton Keynes to Carlisle is 3h 49m, covering a distance of 216 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Milton Keynes to Carlisle route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Milton Keynes to Carlisle departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 16:15.

Train Milton Keynes to Carlisle from £24

Next train departures

Next departures from Milton Keynes to Carlisle on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:15	Milton Keynes Central	3h 48m	20:03	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	09:15	Milton Keynes Central	3h 45m	13:00	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	15:15	Milton Keynes Central	3h 49m	19:04	Carlisle	No tags
Train	15:15	Milton Keynes Central	3h 49m	19:04	Carlisle	No tags
Train	16:15	Milton Keynes Central	3h 48m	20:03	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures from Milton Keynes to Carlisle on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:39	Milton Keynes Central	4h 22m	14:01	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	10:35	Milton Keynes Central	3h 17m	13:52	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	08:45	Milton Keynes Central	4h 17m	13:02	Carlisle	No tags
Train	08:45	Milton Keynes Central	4h 17m	13:02	Carlisle	No tags
Train	09:34	Milton Keynes Central	3h 18m	12:52	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures from Milton Keynes to Carlisle on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:52	Milton Keynes Central	4h 5m	11:57	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	07:05	Milton Keynes Central	3h 55m	11:00	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	07:05	Milton Keynes Central	3h 55m	11:00	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:52	Milton Keynes Central	4h 5m	11:57	Carlisle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 23:03 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Milton Keynes 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 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 30mAverage duration

216 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £46	Average duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£40 - £308	Average duration3h 49m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£50 - £50	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg 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 £40

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Carlisle start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £107. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milton Keynes to Carlisle?
The average train journey time from Milton Keynes to Carlisle is 3h 49m, covering a distance of 216 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Milton Keynes to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Milton Keynes to Carlisle?
The earliest train from Milton Keynes to Carlisle departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 16:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£79

11/12

£79

Today

£41

13/12

£46

14/12

£38

15/12

£134

16/12

No data

17/12

£134

The cheapest trip from Milton Keynes to Carlisle was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £38

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

You can expect to pay from £38 to £293 for a train ticket from Milton Keynes to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-12-14.