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Outbound fromManchester to Carlisle by train
It takes an average of 1h 54m to travel from Manchester to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 101 miles (163 km). There are normally 51 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from £12 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:25 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Carlisle | |
| Journey time | From 1h 45m | |
| Distance | 101 miles (163 km) | |
| Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £12 | |
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How to travel from Manchester to Carlisle by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Manchester to Carlisle? Look no further.
You can expect the journey from Manchester to Carlisle by train to take around 1h 49m. You’ll usually find around 38 trains running on this route per day, which spans 101 miles (163 km). Good news! There are direct trains available on this route, so you can just make yourself comfortable as soon as you board the train and just enjoy the journey. You’ll be travelling on a TransPennine Express service on your way to Carlisle, as they operate all trains on this route. Their fastest train takes just 1h 35m and during your journey you can enjoy free WiFi, plug sockets and access to an onboard entertainment platform.
To snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time – tickets are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you want to save even more, get a Railcard – you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Keen to book your train tickets from Manchester to Carlisle? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to learn a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Manchester to Carlisle
Want to know more about your journey from Manchester 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 Manchester to Carlisle
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Manchester 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.