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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamilton to Carlisle
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 R 230, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamilton to Carlisle by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Hamilton to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from Hamilton to Carlisle start from R 128. The average price for this train route is around R 587. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hamilton to Carlisle?
The average train journey time from Hamilton to Carlisle is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 121 km. The quickest train can get you there in 54m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Hamilton to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hamilton to Carlisle?
The earliest train from Hamilton to Carlisle departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 20:26.
Which is the best train operator from Hamilton to Carlisle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Hamilton to Carlisle?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Hamilton to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Hamilton to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamilton to Carlisle was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 228To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Hamilton to Carlisle as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 228 to R 1 940 for a train ticket from Hamilton to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 228, which is on 2026-01-31.
