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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Carlisle
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 797, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London 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 London to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Carlisle start from R 922. The average price for this train route is around R 2 795. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Carlisle?
The average train journey time from London to Carlisle is 3h 23m, covering a distance of 418 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the London to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Carlisle?
The earliest train from London to Carlisle departs at 07:14. And the latest train departs at 18:30.
Which is the best train operator from London to Carlisle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Carlisle?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from London to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 London to Carlisle was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 885To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Carlisle as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 885 to R 7 238 for a train ticket from London to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 885, which is on 2025-12-15.
