How much is the train ticket from Milton Keynes to Carlisle?

The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Carlisle start from $52. The average price for this train route is around $140. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Milton Keynes to Carlisle is 3h 49m, covering a distance of 216 miles (349 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators service the Milton Keynes to Carlisle route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milton Keynes to Carlisle?

The earliest train departs from Milton Keynes to Carlisle at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 4:15pm.

Train Milton Keynes to Carlisle from $31

Next train departures

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Carlisle on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	3h 48m	8:03pm	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	9:15am	Milton Keynes Central	3h 45m	1:00pm	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	3:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	3h 49m	7:04pm	Carlisle	No tags
Train	3:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	3h 49m	7:04pm	Carlisle	No tags
Train	4:15pm	Milton Keynes Central	3h 48m	8:03pm	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Carlisle on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:39am	Milton Keynes Central	4h 22m	2:01pm	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	10:35am	Milton Keynes Central	3h 17m	1:52pm	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	8:45am	Milton Keynes Central	4h 17m	1:02pm	Carlisle	No tags
Train	8:45am	Milton Keynes Central	4h 17m	1:02pm	Carlisle	No tags
Train	9:34am	Milton Keynes Central	3h 18m	12:52pm	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Milton Keynes to Carlisle on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:52am	Milton Keynes Central	4h 5m	11:57am	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	7:05am	Milton Keynes Central	3h 55m	11:00am	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	7:05am	Milton Keynes Central	3h 55m	11:00am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:52am	Milton Keynes Central	4h 5m	11:57am	Carlisle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:03 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Milton Keynes to Carlisle

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, 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$19 - $61	Average Duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$52 - $402	Average Duration3h 49m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$65 - $65	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $52

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milton Keynes to Carlisle by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Milton Keynes to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from Milton Keynes to Carlisle start from $52. The average price for this train route is around $140. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Milton Keynes to Carlisle?
The average train ride duration from Milton Keynes to Carlisle is 3h 49m, covering a distance of 216 miles (349 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 17m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Milton Keynes to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Milton Keynes to Carlisle?
The earliest train departs from Milton Keynes to Carlisle at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 4:15pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$103

12/10

$103

Today

$103

12/12

$54

12/13

$60

12/14

$49

12/15

$176

12/16

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The cheapest trip from Milton Keynes to Carlisle was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $49

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 $49 to $383 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 $49 which is on 2025-12-14.