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The average train between Hitchin and Carlisle takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Hitchin 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.

5h 20m
Duration
305 mi
Distance
£123
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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5h 20m
£102–164

Hitchin to Carlisle train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Hitchin and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hitchin is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Stevenage and take an average of 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 52m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 40m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 40m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great NorthernLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 10m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 10m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 52m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 42m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 42m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 52m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 42m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 42m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 52m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 42m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 42m • 2 changes

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    ThameslinkLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 43m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hitchin 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.

Map of how to get from Hitchin to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 304.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Hitchin to Carlisle via Stevenage and Newcastle in around 5h 20m.

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