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Trains from Thornaby (TBY) to Carlisle (CAR)

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25

train journeys
per day

69

miles (111 kms)

2hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 00:34

first / last train

2

direct trains

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Thornaby (TBY) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Thornaby and Carlisle , with 2 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Thornaby to Carlisle is approximately 69 miles (111 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 20 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thornaby to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Thornaby to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:53
    2 hrs 41 mins Direct
    08:34
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:54
    2 hrs 34 mins Direct
    09:28
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:54
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    10:45
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:21
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:15
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:31
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:15
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:53
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:31
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:14
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:53
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:43
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:21
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    13:26
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:31
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:53
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:45
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:31
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    14:05
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:53
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:31
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:08
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:45
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:53
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:44
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:31
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:06
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:53
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:45
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:53
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    19:02
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:53
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    20:02
    Thornaby
    Carlisle
    Thornaby to Carlisle

About Thornaby Station

Station name Thornaby (TBY)
Address Thornaby station, Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, TS17 6AW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:45
Saturday 05:45 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 17:15
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 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 Thornaby and Carlisle

The travel time between Thornaby and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thornaby and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:34.

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Amenities on trains between Thornaby 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 Thornaby to Carlisle

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

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