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Trip Overview

The average train between Kirkby and Carlisle takes 1h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Kirkby 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.

1h 58m
Duration
116 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Kirkby to Carlisle train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Kirkby and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkby is at 7:48 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 9:51 PM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 1h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 3m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 6m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 5m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 54m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kirkby 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 Kirkby to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 115.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Kirkby, Knowsley, England and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Carlisle via Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western in around 2h 8m.

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