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Trip Overview

The average train between Swansea and Carlisle takes 6h 53m and the fastest train takes 6h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Swansea 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.

6h 53m
Duration
324 mi
Distance
£113
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Swansea to Carlisle train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Swansea and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swansea is at 5:37 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 1:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 13m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 6m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 9m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 13m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 6m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 9m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 13m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 6m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 9m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 21m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 7m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 9m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 10m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 31m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 13m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 6m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 9m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 10m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 13m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 6m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 9m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West Coast6h 10m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 323.6 mi
  • Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Carlisle via Crewe in around 6h 4m.

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