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Trip Summary
There are 8 daily trains from Alfreton to Carlisle. Traveling by train from Alfreton to Carlisle usually takes around 3 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest East Midlands Trains + Connections train can make the trip in 3 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 139 mi (224 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 35m |
| Lowest price | £84.22 |
| Most frequent service | East Midlands Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Alfreton to Carlisle?
East Midlands Trains + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Alfreton to Carlisle. However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 8 | 3h 44m | £84.22 |
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Alfreton to Carlisle start from £84, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to Carlisle. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Alfreton leaves from Mansfield Road . And in Carlisle trains arrive at Carlisle Train Station .
From Alfreton to Carlisle train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 3 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to Carlisle faster, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 35 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Alfreton and Carlisle is approximately 139 miles, or 224 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 44 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 35 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Alfreton to Carlisle. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Alfreton at 10:00 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. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Carlisle to Alfreton.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Alfreton?
Main departure station: Mansfield Road
There is one train station in Alfreton.
All train stations in Alfreton:
Mansfield Road
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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