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Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Carlisle (CAR)

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53

train journeys
per day

216

miles (348 kms)

3hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 01:50

first / last train

8

direct trains

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 53 scheduled rail journeys between Milton Keynes Central and Carlisle , with 8 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 45 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle is approximately 216 miles (348 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 12 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Milton Keynes Central and Carlisle.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:15
    7 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    07:54
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:50
    8 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:00
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 6 mins Direct
    09:21
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:32
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    4 hrs 8 mins Direct
    11:00
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    11:18
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    4 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    11:49
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:09
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    13:00
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    3 hrs 41 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    13:00
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:24
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    4 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:48
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    4 hrs 9 mins Direct
    14:01
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    14:01
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:19
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    14:01
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:24
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:27
    4 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    14:48
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 9 mins Direct
    15:01
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:19
    3 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Milton Keynes Central
    Carlisle
    Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle

About Milton Keynes Central Station

Station name Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Address Milton Keynes Central station, 302 Eldergate, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 1LA
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:45 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 06:45 - 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

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 Milton Keynes Central and Carlisle

The travel time between Milton Keynes Central and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Milton Keynes Central and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 53 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:50.

First class tickets on trains between Milton Keynes Central and Carlisle typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Milton Keynes Central and Carlisle 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 Milton Keynes Central to Carlisle

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Milton Keynes Central and Carlisle.

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