Cheap train tickets from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle
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Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle Train Timetable
Trip Summary
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle. Traveling by train from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle usually takes 2 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in 2 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 55 mi (89 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 10m |
| Lowest price | £19.29 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle. However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 8 | 2h 27m | £24.91 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle
Trains departing from Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Barrow-in-Furness at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Carlisle. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Barrow-in-Furness?
Main departure station: Barrow Station
There is one train station in Barrow-in-Furness.
All train stations in Barrow-in-Furness:
Barrow Station
Where is the train station in Carlisle?
Main arrival station: Carlisle Train Station
Carlisle has one train station.
Train stations in Carlisle:
Carlisle Train Station
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