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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Birmingham New Street

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17

train journeys
per day

172

miles (277 kms)

2hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

07:03 / 00:08

first / last train

10

direct trains

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Birmingham New Street

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Birmingham New Street is approximately 172 miles (277 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 16 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Birmingham New Street Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    3 hrs 3 mins Direct
    10:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    3 hrs Direct
    11:07
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    3 hrs Direct
    13:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    14:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    3 hrs Direct
    15:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    2 hrs 54 mins Direct
    16:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    17:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:49
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    18:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:07
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    19:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:11
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    20:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:08
    2 hrs 58 mins Direct
    21:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:47
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    22:00
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:49
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    23:02
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:07
    2 hrs 58 mins Direct
    23:05
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:25
    9 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    06:50
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:32
    9 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    06:56
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:54
    11 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:06
    Carlisle
    Birmingham New Street
    Carlisle to Birmingham New Street

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 Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street

The travel time between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street 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 07:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:08.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Carlisle to Birmingham New Street

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Birmingham New Street.

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