The average train between Peterborough and Carlisle takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Peterborough 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 Peterborough and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Carlisle station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Peterborough to Carlisle train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Carlisle train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Peterborough to Carlisle train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Peterborough and Carlisle is 312.9 km. The road distance is 405 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to Carlisle via Newcastle in around 3h 52m.