The average train between Carlisle and Calais takes 9h 6m and the fastest train takes 7h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Calais. 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 Carlisle and Calais. The earliest departure is at 1:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Calais at 1:54 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 9h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 40m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Carlisle to Calais? 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 Carlisle to Calais. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Calais station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.
Carlisle to Calais train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Calais train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Calais Ville station.
Book your Carlisle to Calais train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carlisle and Calais is 543.4 km. The road distance is 847 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Calais Ville via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 7h 46m.