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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Madrid takes 21h 56m and the fastest train takes 19h 57m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Carlisle to Madrid. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

21h 56m
Duration
2,652 km
Distance
€580
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Carlisle to Madrid train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Carlisle and Madrid. The earliest departure is at 1:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 3:47 PM which arrives into Madrid at 10:42 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 21h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEurostarTGV inOuiRenfe Viajerosiryo19h 57m • 4 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEurostarTGV inOuiRenfe Viajerosiryo19h 57m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastEurostarTGV inOuiRenfe Viajerosiryo29h 54m • 4 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEurostarTGV inOuiRenfe Viajerosiryo19h 57m • 4 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperEurostarTGV inOuiRenfe Viajerosiryo19h 57m • 4 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Madrid? 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.

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  • Distance: 2,652.1 km
  • Duration: 21h 56m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Madrid, Spain?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lyon Part Dieu, and Barcelona-Sants in around 18h 15m.

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