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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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30

train journeys
per day

259

miles (418 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

06:22 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and London Kings Cross , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to London Kings Cross is approximately 259 miles (418 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 7 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and London Kings Cross.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to London Kings Cross. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to London Kings Cross Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:22
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    10:37
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    4 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:23
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    11:32
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:07
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:24
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    12:33
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:23
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:33
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:48
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    15:32
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    16:24
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:49
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    16:33
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    17:23
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:49
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    17:32
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:07
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    18:23
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:49
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    18:33
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:47
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    19:32
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:07
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:23
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:48
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    20:33
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:11
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    21:28
    Carlisle
    London Kings Cross
    Carlisle to London Kings Cross

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 London Kings Cross Station

Station name London Kings Cross (KGX)
Address London Kings Cross station, Euston Road, London, Greater London, N1 9AL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:45 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and London Kings Cross

The travel time between Carlisle and London Kings Cross by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and London Kings Cross vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carlisle & London Kings Cross. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and London Kings Cross.

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