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Maidenhead to Carlisle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Maidenhead and Carlisle takes 5h 45m and the fastest train takes 5h. There is a train service every few hours from Maidenhead 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 45m
Duration
302 mi
Distance
£134
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain train Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain train London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 10m
£110–192

Maidenhead to Carlisle train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Maidenhead and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maidenhead is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 12:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 5h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 4m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast12h 4m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 18m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 3m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 4m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 2m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 4m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Cross CountryAvanti West Coast5h 3m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 301.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Maidenhead to Carlisle via Reading and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 10m.

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