Bournemouth to Carlisle by train

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Overview: trains from Bournemouth to Carlisle

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bournemouth 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 05:15 View journey
Last train 23:12 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 58m View journey
Distance (km) 469
Trains / day 33 View all
Cheapest journey AU$137.97 View journey
Avg journey time 7hr 36m
Train operators 10

Taking the train from Bournemouth to Carlisle

Ready to book a trip from Bournemouth to Carlisle by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train travel between Bournemouth and Carlisle: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Bournemouth to Carlisle:

  • Cheapest tickets: AU$137.97

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 4 and a half months in advance.

Bournemouth to Carlisle train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:15.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:12.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:42.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:12.

  • 33 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 25 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Bournemouth to Carlisle

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 5 hours and 58 minutes, spanning 469 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets from Bournemouth to Carlisle?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your trip to Carlisle

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Carlisle.

FAQs about the train journey from Bournemouth to Carlisle

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

The total distance between Bournemouth and Carlisle by train is 469 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.