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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Birmingham New Street

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21

train journeys
per day

172

miles (277 kms)

3hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

06:25 / 23:25

first / last train

7

direct trains

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Birmingham New Street

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Birmingham New Street is approximately 172 miles (277 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 11 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Birmingham New Street Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:25
    3 hrs 41 mins Direct
    10:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    4 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    10:33
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:32
    4 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    11:28
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:35
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:33
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:33
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:33
    3 hrs 54 mins Direct
    12:27
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:32
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    13:33
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:27
    3 hrs 39 mins Direct
    14:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:35
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    14:33
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:33
    4 hrs 1 change
    15:33
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:29
    3 hrs 37 mins Direct
    16:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:34
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    17:33
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:28
    3 hrs 36 mins Direct
    18:04
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:34
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    18:33
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:35
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    19:33
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:26
    3 hrs 40 mins Direct
    20:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:02
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    21:33
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:02
    3 hrs 46 mins Direct
    21:48
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:34
    4 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    22:57
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:34
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street

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

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street

The travel time between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

First class tickets on trains between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Carlisle to Birmingham New Street

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street.

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