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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Oakham takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Oakham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 8m
Duration
246 mi
Distance
£85
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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  1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain train
  3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Oakhamtrain train
5h
£54–155

Carlisle to Oakham train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Carlisle and Oakham. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Oakham at 6:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 5h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country10h 34m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 47m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 37m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 31m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 47m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 37m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 31m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 47m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 37m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 31m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 47m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 37m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 31m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country4h 29m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Oakham? 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 Oakham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 245.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Oakham, District of Rutland, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Oakham via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 5h.

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