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Dorchester to Carlisle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dorchester and Carlisle takes 9h 19m and the fastest train takes 6h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Dorchester 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.

9h 19m
Duration
361 mi
Distance
£182
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
  2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain train
7h 39m
£146–257

Dorchester to Carlisle train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Dorchester and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dorchester is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 11:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 9h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Dorchester to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 361.3 mi
  • Duration: 9h 19m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Carlisle via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 39m.

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