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Carlisle to Salford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Salford takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is an hourly train service from Carlisle to Salford. 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 3m
Duration
123 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain train Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 11m
£38–59

Carlisle to Salford train times

Trains run hourly between Carlisle and Salford. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 9:33 PM which arrives into Salford at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 57m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains Limited3h 10m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 1 change

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 1 change

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 1m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Salford? 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: 122.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Salford, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 47m.

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