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Trip Overview

The average train between Tamworth and Carlisle takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Tamworth 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.

3h 18m
Duration
188 mi
Distance
£59
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Tamworth to Carlisle train times

Trains run hourly between Tamworth and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tamworth is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCaledonian Sleeper4h 7m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast8h 32m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 52m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 52m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 52m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 52m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 54m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 52m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLumo2h 36m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 43m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 50m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 50m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 52m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Tamworth 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 Tamworth to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 187.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Tamworth, England and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Tamworth to Carlisle via Crewe in around 3h 17m.

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