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Thirsk to Carlisle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Thirsk and Carlisle takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Thirsk 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 44m
Duration
118 mi
Distance
£48
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Newcastle upon Tyne

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3h 11m
£36–68

Thirsk to Carlisle train times

Trains run hourly between Thirsk and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thirsk is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Northallerton and take an average of 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Grand Central TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 20m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 26m • 2 changes

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    Grand Central TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 57m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited7h 34m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 22m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 25m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 22m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 47m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 47m • 2 changes

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    Grand Central TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 22m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited3h 21m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Thirsk to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 117.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Thirsk to Carlisle via Northallerton and Newcastle in around 3h 11m.

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