The average train between Bruges and Carlisle takes 8h 25m and the fastest train takes 7h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Bruges 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 every 4 hours between Bruges and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bruges is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 12:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 8h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 37m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bruges 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 Bruges to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Carlisle station via Courtrai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.
Bruges to Carlisle train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Carlisle train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Bruges to Carlisle train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bruges and Carlisle is 580.7 km. The road distance is 827 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Carlisle via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 7h 52m.