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.
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 9:35 PM which arrives into Salford at 11:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 1m • 1 changeWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Salford. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Salford Crescent station via Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.
Carlisle to Salford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Salford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.
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The distance between Carlisle and Salford is 162.1 km. The road distance is 187 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Salford Crescent via Preston in around 2h 14m.