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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Skegness takes 6h 34m and the fastest train takes 5h. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Skegness. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 34m
Duration
280 mi
Distance
£118
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Carlisle to Skegness train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Carlisle and Skegness. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Skegness at 9:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 6h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways11h 52m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 23m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 23m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 2m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 23m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 23m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 23m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h 2m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)East Midlands Railways5h • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Skegness? 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: 280.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Skegness via Newcastle and Grantham in around 6h 33m.

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