Going from Brighton to Carlisle by train

About to set off from Brighton 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 between Brighton and Carlisle: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$252.58, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Brighton to Carlisle

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

  • 00:04 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:42 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:10 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:42 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 13 minutes from Brighton toward Carlisle.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 45 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Brighton to Carlisle

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 4 hours and 55 minutes, spanning 489 kilometres in total.

When are tickets between Brighton and Carlisle available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Brighton and Carlisle can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Brighton to Carlisle by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Carlisle.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Brighton to Carlisle by train?

The trip from Brighton to Carlisle covers a distance of 489 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Brighton to Carlisle?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at AU$252.58. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Brighton to Carlisle train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 5 and a half months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Brighton to Carlisle by train?

The fastest journey is 4 hours and 55 minutes.