Skegness to Carlisle by train
| First train | 07:06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:15 | |
| Departure station | Skegness | |
| Arrival station | Carlisle | |
| Journey time | From 5h 56m | |
| Distance | 179 miles (289 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Skegness to Carlisle in 5 hours 56 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Skegness to Carlisle? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 33 minutes to travel the 179 miles (289 km) from Skegness to Carlisle by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 56 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway to Carlisle. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Skegness to Carlisle in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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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