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Trains from Northampton to Carlisle (CAR)

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18

train journeys
per day

201

miles (324 kms)

3hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 00:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Northampton to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Northampton and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Northampton to Carlisle is approximately 201 miles (324 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 40 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Northampton and Carlisle.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Northampton to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Northampton to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:20
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    4 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    10:47
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:11
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:10
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:10
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:10
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:10
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:10
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    19:04
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:10
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    20:00
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:10
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    21:04
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:06
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    22:01
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:51
    6 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    05:07
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:12
    9 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:28
    9 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Northampton
    Carlisle
    Northampton to Carlisle

About Northampton Station

Station name Northampton (NMP)
Address Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:00 - 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 Unavailable
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 Northampton and Carlisle

The travel time between Northampton and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Northampton and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:49.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Northampton & Carlisle. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Northampton and Carlisle.

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