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Barnstaple to Carlisle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Barnstaple and Carlisle takes 8h 40m and the fastest train takes 7h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Barnstaple 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.

8h 40m
Duration
396 mi
Distance
£216
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain train
8h 3m
£178–283

Barnstaple to Carlisle train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Barnstaple and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 8h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 395.7 mi
  • Duration: 8h 40m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Carlisle via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 3m.

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