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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Moston takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Carlisle to Moston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 37m
Duration
125 mi
Distance
£43
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Carlisle to Moston train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Carlisle and Moston. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Moston at 5:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 36m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 36m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 34m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 41m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 41m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 43m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 43m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 45m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 34m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 36m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 41m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 36m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 36m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink2h 32m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Moston? 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 Moston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 124.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Moston, Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 53m.

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