Doncaster to Carlisle Trains

Doncaster to Carlisle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Doncaster and Carlisle takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Doncaster 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.

3h 27m
Duration: 172 mi
Distance: £69
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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3h 6m

£46–113

Doncaster to Carlisle train times

Trains run hourly between Doncaster and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Doncaster is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

6:43 PM → 10:00 PM
3h 17m • 1 change
7:43 PM → 11:06 PM
3h 23m • 1 change
11:49 PM → 7:17 AM
Arrives next day
7h 27m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

5:20 AM → 8:40 AM
3h 20m • 1 change
6:40 AM → 9:48 AM
3h 8m • 1 change
7:42 AM → 10:48 AM
3h 5m • 1 change
8:17 AM → 11:21 AM
3h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

5:20 AM → 8:40 AM
3h 20m • 1 change
6:40 AM → 9:48 AM
3h 8m • 1 change
7:42 AM → 10:48 AM
3h 5m • 1 change
8:17 AM → 11:21 AM
3h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

5:20 AM → 8:40 AM
3h 20m • 1 change
6:40 AM → 9:48 AM
3h 8m • 1 change
7:43 AM → 10:48 AM
3h 4m • 1 change
8:15 AM → 11:21 AM
3h 5m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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