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Trains from Gloucester to Carlisle (CAR)

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15

train journeys
per day

211

miles (339 kms)

4hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:24 / 00:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Gloucester to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Gloucester and Carlisle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gloucester to Carlisle is approximately 211 miles (339 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 21 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 Gloucester and Carlisle.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gloucester to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Gloucester to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:24
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:45
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:49
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    13:00
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:49
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:49
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:49
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:14
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:45
    4 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:49
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:49
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:49
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    20:00
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:45
    4 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    21:04
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:49
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    22:01
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:17
    8 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    05:07
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:49
    9 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:54
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:10
    10 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Gloucester
    Carlisle
    Gloucester to Carlisle

About Gloucester Station

Station name Gloucester (GCR)
Address Gloucester station, Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 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 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 Gloucester and Carlisle

The travel time between Gloucester and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gloucester and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:14.

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Amenities on trains between Gloucester 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 Gloucester & Carlisle. owever, there are 15 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 Gloucester and Carlisle.

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