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Trip Overview

The average train between Cambridge and Carlisle takes 5h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Cambridge 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.

5h 59m
Duration
297 mi
Distance
£121
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Cambridge to Carlisle train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cambridge and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 5h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 45m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 22m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 33m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 33m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 33m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 48m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 43m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 43m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 43m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 33m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 33m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 48m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cambridge 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.

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  • Distance: 296.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Carlisle via Peterborough and Newcastle in around 5h 23m.

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