The average train between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Carlisle takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Newcastle-under-Lyme 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.
Trains run hourly between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newcastle-under-Lyme is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 2:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Newcastle-under-Lyme station and arriving at Carlisle station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Newcastle-under-Lyme to Carlisle train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Crewe station.
Newcastle-under-Lyme to Carlisle train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Newcastle-under-Lyme to Carlisle train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Carlisle is 215.7 km. The road distance is 249 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Two other operators also service this route.