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The average train between Carlisle and Braintree takes 6h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Braintree. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 5m
Duration
345 mi
Distance
£129
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Carlisle to London Eustontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Braintreetrain train London Liverpool Street - Braintree
5h 35m
£91–195

Carlisle to Braintree train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Carlisle and Braintree. The earliest departure is at 1:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Braintree at 7:20 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia7h 6m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 56m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 7m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia7h 6m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 56m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 7m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia7h 6m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 56m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 7m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia7h 6m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 56m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 5m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia11h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia7h 6m • 2 changes

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    Caledonian SleeperLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia6h 50m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 7m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 3m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Braintree? 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 Carlisle to Braintree.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 344.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Braintree via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 35m.

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