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The average train between Carlisle and Wakefield takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Wakefield. 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 57m
Duration
122 mi
Distance
£47
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Carlisle to Wakefield train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Carlisle and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 11:03 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 3m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 3m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 3m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 58m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 58m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 58m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 3m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 2m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 44m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Wakefield? 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 Wakefield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 121.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 57m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Leeds every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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