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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Carlisle (CAR)

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23

train journeys
per day

61

miles (98 kms)

2hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

06:20 / 00:43

first / last train

2

direct trains

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Carlisle , with 2 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Carlisle is approximately 61 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 26 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Carlisle.

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

Journeys from Darlington to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:20
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    08:34
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:21
    2 hrs 7 mins Direct
    09:28
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:39
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    10:45
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    11:15
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:38
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    11:45
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    12:14
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:39
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    12:43
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:09
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    13:26
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:39
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    13:45
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:00
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    14:05
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:39
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    14:44
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:00
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    15:08
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:24
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:45
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:42
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    16:03
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:39
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:00
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    17:06
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:39
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    17:45
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:24
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    19:02
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:39
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    20:02
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:24
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    21:02
    Darlington
    Carlisle
    Darlington to Carlisle

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 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 Darlington and Carlisle

The travel time between Darlington and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 2 direct services per day from Darlington to Carlisle

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Carlisle.

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