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Carlisle to Sellafield trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Sellafield takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Sellafield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 39m
Duration
138 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain train
  2. Take the train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain train
  3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Sellafieldtrain train
4h 23m
£42–79

Carlisle to Sellafield train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Carlisle and Sellafield. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 9:33 PM which arrives into Sellafield at 6:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited9h 17m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited4h 30m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited4h 30m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited4h 30m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited4h 30m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited4h 11m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 20m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Sellafield? 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: 137.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Sellafield via Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness in around 4h 23m.

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