Basingstoke to Carlisle by train

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Overview: trains from Basingstoke to Carlisle

Find the key information for travelling by train from Basingstoke to Carlisle, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:02 View journey
Last train 23:44 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 53m View journey
Distance (km) 422
Trains / day 41 View all
Cheapest journey AU$117.53 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 39m
Train operators 11

Going from Basingstoke to Carlisle by train

About to set off from Basingstoke to Carlisle by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost from Basingstoke to Carlisle

Ready to book tickets from Basingstoke to Carlisle? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Basingstoke and Carlisle typically run AU$117.53.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 4 months in advance.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Basingstoke to Carlisle

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Basingstoke to Carlisle:

  • 00:07 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:44 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:02 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:44 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 14 minutes from Basingstoke toward Carlisle.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 41 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Basingstoke to Carlisle

The quickest time by train is 4 hours and 53 minutes, travelling a total distance of 422 kilometres.

When do tickets between Basingstoke and Carlisle go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Basingstoke and Carlisle 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Maximising your travels to Carlisle

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Carlisle.

FAQs about the train journey from Basingstoke to Carlisle

Want to know more about your journey from Basingstoke to Carlisle? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Basingstoke and Carlisle is 422 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.