How much does a cheap train ticket from Preston to Carlisle cost?

The average train ticket price from Preston to Carlisle is £26. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Preston to Carlisle is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Preston to Carlisle?

A train trip between Preston and Carlisle is around 1h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 79 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Preston and Carlisle?

The number of trains from Preston to Carlisle can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Preston to Carlisle by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Preston to Carlisle?

When taking the train from Preston to Carlisle, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern.

Train Preston to Carlisle from £10

Next train departures

Next departures from Preston to Carlisle on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	09:21	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Carlisle on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	09:21	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Carlisle on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	09:21	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Carlisle on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:41	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	16:48	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Carlisle on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 12m	12:06	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	11:56	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	13:03	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	10:17	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 15m	11:32	Carlisle	No tags
Train	10:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 12m	12:06	Carlisle	No tags
Train	10:17	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 15m	11:32	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Carlisle on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	09:21	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Carlisle on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:14	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 7m	09:21	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 6m	09:00	Carlisle	No tags
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	1h 11m	08:15	Carlisle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 03:33 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

79 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £25	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£10 - £67	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £15	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

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

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

How much does a cheap train ticket from Preston to Carlisle cost?
The average train ticket price from Preston to Carlisle is £26. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Preston to Carlisle is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Preston to Carlisle?
A train trip between Preston and Carlisle is around 1h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 79 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Preston and Carlisle?
The number of trains from Preston to Carlisle can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Preston to Carlisle by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Preston to Carlisle?
When taking the train from Preston to Carlisle, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

16/11

£32

17/11

£27

Today

£14

19/11

£10

20/11

£10

21/11

£12

22/11

£13

23/11

£20

The cheapest trip from Preston to Carlisle was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £10

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 £10 to £62 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 £10, which is on 2025-11-19.