The average train between Newquay and Carlisle takes 10h 14m and the fastest train takes 8h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Newquay 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 every 4 hours between Newquay and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newquay is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 4:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 10h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 42m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Newquay 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.
No, there is no direct train from Newquay to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Newquay station and arriving at Carlisle station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.
Newquay to Carlisle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Newquay to Carlisle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Newquay to Carlisle train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Newquay and Carlisle is 518.4 km. The road distance is 745 km.
You can take a train from Newquay to Carlisle via Par, Plymouth, and Birmingham New Street in around 10h 7m.