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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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11

train journeys
per day

227

miles (365 kms)

6hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

06:22 / 23:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Risca & Pontymister , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister is approximately 227 miles (365 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 2 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Risca & Pontymister.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:22
    6 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    6 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    08:31
    6 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    09:32
    6 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    16:00
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    11:33
    6 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    13:34
    7 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:36
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    14:34
    6 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    21:27
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    7 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    18:25
    12 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    06:29
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    18:34
    12 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    07:00
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    21:32
    10 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    08:00
    Carlisle
    Risca & Pontymister
    Carlisle to Risca & Pontymister

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 Risca & Pontymister Station

Station name Risca & Pontymister (RCA)
Address Risca & Pontymister station, Station Approach, off Park Road, Risca, Caerphilly County, NP11 6BB
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Risca & Pontymister

The travel time between Carlisle and Risca & Pontymister by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Risca & Pontymister vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

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Amenities on trains between Carlisle and Risca & Pontymister 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 & Risca & Pontymister. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Risca & Pontymister.

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