The average train between Dartford and Carlisle takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Dartford 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 Dartford and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 4:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Dartford is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 9:20 AM. All services require a transfer at London Charing Cross and take an average of 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Dartford to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Dartford station and arriving at Carlisle station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Dartford to Carlisle train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Euston station.
Dartford to Carlisle train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Dartford to Carlisle train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dartford and Carlisle is 437.1 km. The road distance is 508 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £100–180 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.