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Trains from Skipton (SKI) to Carlisle (CAR)

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15

train journeys
per day

74

miles (119 kms)

1hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

06:01 / 23:36

first / last train

8

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Skipton (SKI) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Skipton and Carlisle , with 8 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Skipton to Carlisle is approximately 74 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 36 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Skipton and Carlisle.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Skipton to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Skipton to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:01
    2 hrs 1 min Direct
    08:02
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:25
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    10:09
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:26
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    10:30
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:56
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    11:17
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:58
    2 hrs 3 mins Direct
    12:01
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:57
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    13:14
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:27
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    13:31
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:58
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:59
    1 hrs 59 mins Direct
    15:58
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    17:53
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:59
    2 hrs Direct
    17:59
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:27
    2 hrs 1 min Direct
    19:28
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:56
    2 hrs 1 min Direct
    20:57
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:00
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    22:16
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:49
    7 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    06:47
    Skipton
    Carlisle
    Skipton to Carlisle

About Skipton Station

Station name Skipton (SKI)
Address Skipton station, Broughton Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1RT
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 18:20
Saturday 05:50 - 18:20
Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Skipton and Carlisle

The travel time between Skipton and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Skipton 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 06:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:36.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 8 direct services per day from Skipton to Carlisle

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Skipton and Carlisle.

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