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Outbound fromCoventry to Carlisle by train
It takes an average of 3h 31m to travel from Coventry to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 182 miles (292 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Coventry to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from £20.50 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Coventry to Carlisle in 3 hours 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Coventry to Carlisle? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 31 minutes to travel the 182 miles (292 km) from Coventry to Carlisle by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 20 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Avanti West Coast for all or at least part of your journey to Carlisle.
Book train tickets from Coventry to Carlisle in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £20.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Carlisle by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Want to know more about your journey from Coventry to Carlisle? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Coventry to Carlisle
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Coventry to Carlisle is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.