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Gateshead to Carlisle Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 22 daily train trips available from Gateshead to Carlisle. Traveling by train from Gateshead to Carlisle usually takes one hour and 38 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in one hour and 12 minutes.
| Distance | 53 mi (85 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 12m |
| Lowest price | $3.88 |
| Trains per day | 14 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Gateshead to Carlisle?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Gateshead to Carlisle. However, there are 22 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 22 | 1h 39m | $14.34 |
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 Gateshead to Carlisle
Trains departing from Gateshead to Carlisle tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. 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 Gateshead at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 22 scheduled trains on most days. 14 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 Gateshead.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Gateshead?
Main departure station: Metrocentre
Gateshead has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Carlisle.
All train stations in Gateshead:
Metrocentre
Dunston Station
Heworth Station
Where is the train station in Carlisle?
Main arrival station: Carlisle Train Station
Carlisle has one train station.
All train stations in Carlisle:
Carlisle Train Station
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