It takes an average of 1h 54m to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 102 miles (164 km). There are normally 22 trains per day travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from £12.20 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:57 | |
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Last train | 20:26 | |
Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
Arrival station | Carlisle | |
Journey time | From 1h 47m | |
Distance | 102 miles (164 km) | |
Frequency | 22 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £12.20 | |
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The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle usually takes 1 hour 54 minutes on average to travel 102 miles (164 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 1 hour 47 minutes. You can expect to find 22 trains per day running on this popular route. Good news! There are direct trains available to Carlisle, so you can just make yourself comfortable as soon as you board the train and just enjoy the journey. Hop on a train operated by either Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express to reach your destination in no time. These train companies are the main operators of services on this route and run modern comfortable trains to make your journey as relaxing as possible.
You can save money on train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £12.20. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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The average journey time by train between Manchester Piccadilly and Carlisle is 1 hour and 54 minutes, with around 22 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle is 1 hour and 47 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle can start from as little as £12.20 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle without having to change trains. There are 22 direct trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle leaves at 03:57. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle leaves at 20:26. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle cover a distance of around 102 miles (164 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly.
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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 Piccadilly to Carlisle is right for you.
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