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Trip Overview

The average train between Bradford and Carlisle takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Bradford 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.

2h 43m
Duration
141 mi
Distance
£47
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bradford to Carlisle train times

Trains run hourly between Bradford and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bradford is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 2:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCaledonian Sleeper3h 56m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 45m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 45m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 30m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bradford 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.

Map of how to get from Bradford to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 141.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Carlisle via Preston in around 2h 41m.

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