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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Lancaster | Carlisle | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Lancaster | Carlisle | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to go from Lancaster to Carlisle
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lancaster 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 Lancaster to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Carlisle start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $37. 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 Lancaster to Carlisle?
The average train ride duration from Lancaster to Carlisle is 54m, covering a distance of 59 miles (94 km). The quickest train can get you there in 49m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Lancaster to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lancaster to Carlisle?
The earliest train departs from Lancaster to Carlisle at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:11pm.
What is the best train operator from Lancaster to Carlisle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Lancaster to Carlisle?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Lancaster to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Lancaster to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Lancaster to Carlisle was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lancaster to Carlisle, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $78 for a train ticket from Lancaster to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-28.
