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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle (CAR)

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17

train journeys
per day

238

miles (383 kms)

4hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 23:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Bristol Temple Meads and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle is approximately 238 miles (383 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 50 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Carlisle.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:53
    5 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    4 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    4 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    4 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    4 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:35
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:35
    4 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:35
    4 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:35
    4 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    20:00
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:35
    4 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    21:04
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:35
    4 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    22:01
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:00
    8 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    05:07
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:00
    9 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    07:54
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:40
    10 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:58
    11 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Carlisle
    Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle

About Bristol Temple Meads Station

Station name Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Address Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
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 Available
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 Bristol Temple Meads and Carlisle

The travel time between Bristol Temple Meads and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:38.

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Amenities on trains between Bristol Temple Meads 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 Bristol Temple Meads & Carlisle. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Carlisle.

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