- Distance: 89.4 mi
- Duration: 1h 9m
The average train between Preston and Carlisle takes 1h 9m and the fastest train takes 54 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Preston 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 30 minutes between Preston and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 12:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:46 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 10:52 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Carlisle station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 4 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.
Preston to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Preston to Carlisle train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Carlisle is 126.8 km. The road distance is 144 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Four other operators also service this route.
