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Trains from Blackburn (BBN) to Carlisle (CAR)

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31

train journeys
per day

81

miles (130 kms)

1hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

06:13 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Blackburn (BBN) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Blackburn and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Blackburn to Carlisle is approximately 81 miles (130 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 21 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Blackburn and Carlisle.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Blackburn to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Blackburn to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:13
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    08:15
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:36
    1 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:21
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    10:01
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:36
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    1 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:36
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:09
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:36
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:20
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    13:48
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:36
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:48
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:21
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:37
    2 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    15:48
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:21
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    16:14
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:36
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    16:48
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:21
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:36
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    17:53
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:21
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Blackburn
    Carlisle
    Blackburn to Carlisle

About Blackburn Station

Station name Blackburn (BBN)
Address Blackburn station, Railway Road, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 1EX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 18:00
Thursday 06:40 - 18:00
Friday 06:40 - 19:00
Saturday 06:40 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Blackburn and Carlisle

The travel time between Blackburn and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Blackburn and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Blackburn and Carlisle can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Blackburn & Carlisle. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Blackburn and Carlisle.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Blackburn and Carlisle, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.