- Distance: 68.7 mi
- Duration: 51 min
The average train between Carlisle and Lancaster takes 51 min and the fastest train takes 45 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Carlisle to Lancaster. 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 30 minutes between Carlisle and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 9:33 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 10:25 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 51 min. 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 Lancaster station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 51 min.
Carlisle to Lancaster train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Lancaster train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Carlisle to Lancaster train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Carlisle and Lancaster is 94.8 km. The road distance is 110 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Lancaster hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 50 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly.
