The average train between Clitheroe and Carlisle takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 1h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Clitheroe to Carlisle. 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 Clitheroe and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Clitheroe is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 12:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Blackburn and take an average of 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Clitheroe to Carlisle? 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 Clitheroe to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Carlisle station via Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Clitheroe to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Clitheroe to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.
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The distance between Clitheroe and Carlisle is 119.5 km. The road distance is 134 km.
You can take a train from Clitheroe to Carlisle via Blackburn and Preston in around 2h 39m.