The average train between Carlisle and Birmingham NEC takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Birmingham NEC. 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 Carlisle and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 11:20 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Birmingham NEC station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.
Carlisle to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Birmingham International station.
Book your Carlisle to Birmingham NEC train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Carlisle and Birmingham NEC is 283.1 km. The road distance is 323 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Birmingham International every 2 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.