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Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle (CAR)

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28

train journeys
per day

101

miles (164 kms)

1hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

00:32 / 00:02

first / last train

13

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Oxford Road and Carlisle , with 13 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle is approximately 101 miles (164 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 Manchester Oxford Road and Carlisle.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:32
    6 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    06:47
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:25
    1 hrs 50 mins Direct
    08:15
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:25
    1 hrs 46 mins Direct
    09:11
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:53
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    09:55
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:24
    1 hrs 50 mins Direct
    10:14
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:53
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    11:02
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:22
    1 hrs 55 mins Direct
    11:17
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:37
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    11:52
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:24
    1 hrs 45 mins Direct
    12:09
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:53
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:36
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    13:48
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:25
    1 hrs 47 mins Direct
    14:12
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:53
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:24
    1 hrs 52 mins Direct
    15:16
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:37
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    15:51
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:24
    1 hrs 50 mins Direct
    16:14
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:50
    2 hrs 20 mins Direct
    17:10
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:53
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:37
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    17:53
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:24
    1 hrs 52 mins Direct
    18:16
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Carlisle
    Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle

About Manchester Oxford Road Station

Station name Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Address Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:40
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:40
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:40
Thursday 06:30 - 22:40
Friday 06:30 - 22:40
Saturday 06:30 - 22:40
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
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 Manchester Oxford Road and Carlisle

The travel time between Manchester Oxford Road 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 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Oxford Road and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Oxford Road and Carlisle typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 13 direct services per day from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle

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

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