The average train between Bangor and Carlisle takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Bangor to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bangor and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bangor is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bangor to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Bangor station and arriving at Carlisle station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Bangor to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.
Bangor to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Bangor to Carlisle train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Bangor and Carlisle is 201.1 km. The road distance is 312 km.
You can take a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Carlisle via Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 44m.