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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Leeds (LDS)

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35

train journeys
per day

94

miles (151 kms)

2hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 23:42

first / last train

8

direct trains

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Leeds , with 8 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Leeds is approximately 94 miles (151 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 17 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Leeds.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Leeds Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    2 hrs 45 mins Direct
    08:34
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:57
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:32
    3 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    10:08
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:59
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:12
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    10:27
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    2 hrs 43 mins Direct
    11:07
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    12:07
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    12:38
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    13:08
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:27
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    2 hrs 38 mins Direct
    13:36
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:48
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    14:38
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:52
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    15:07
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:27
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:25
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:36
    2 hrs 29 mins Direct
    16:05
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:49
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    16:38
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    17:07
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    17:28
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    2 hrs 48 mins Direct
    17:38
    Carlisle
    Leeds
    Carlisle to Leeds

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 Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
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 Carlisle and Leeds

The travel time between Carlisle and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 8 direct services per day from Carlisle to Leeds

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Leeds.

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