The average train between Bath and Carlisle takes 6h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Bath 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 Bath and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 6h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bath to Carlisle? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bath to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Carlisle station via Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.
Bath to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.
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The distance between Bath and Carlisle is 393.3 km. The road distance is 453 km.
You can take a train from Bath Spa to Carlisle via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 44m.