The average train between Birmingham NEC and Carlisle takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham NEC 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 Birmingham NEC and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 7:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham NEC is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 2:15 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham NEC station and arriving at Carlisle station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.
Birmingham NEC to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham International station.
Birmingham NEC to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Birmingham NEC to Carlisle train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Birmingham NEC and Carlisle is 283.1 km. The road distance is 323 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham International to Carlisle every 2 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.