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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Lincoln (LCN)

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25

train journeys
per day

150

miles (242 kms)

4hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 23:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Lincoln (LCN)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Lincoln , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Lincoln is approximately 150 miles (242 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 54 mins.

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

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Lincoln. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Lincoln Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:49
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:03
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:27
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:24
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:36
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:10
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:32
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    14:56
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:06
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:58
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:33
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:54
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:06
    5 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:32
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:10
    5 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:02
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:12
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:36
    5 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    18:57
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:07
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    19:31
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:34
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    19:36
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:35
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:57
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:07
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    21:29
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:18
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    21:36
    Carlisle
    Lincoln
    Carlisle to Lincoln

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 Lincoln Station

Station name Lincoln (LCN)
Address Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:00 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
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 Lincoln

The travel time between Carlisle and Lincoln by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Lincoln vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carlisle & Lincoln. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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