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Cambridge to Carlisle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cambridge and Carlisle takes 5h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 43m. 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 58m
Duration
297 mi
Distance
£139
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain train
  2. Take the train from Peterborough to Newcastletrain train
  3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain train
5h 19m
£110–169

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 7:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 5h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 296.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 58m

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 19m.

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