Ashford to Carlisle by train

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Overview: trains from Ashford to Carlisle

Find the key information for travelling by train from Ashford 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 05:40 View journey
Last train 23:16 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 28m View journey
Distance (km) 489
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey CA$185.25 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 12m
Train operators 8

Taking the train from Ashford to Carlisle

So you’re considering going from Ashford to Carlisle by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of a train ticket between Ashford and Carlisle

The cheapest ticket price along this route is CA$185.25. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Ashford to Carlisle departure frequency and train timetable

With 24 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 37 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:43 and the last one is at 23:16. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:40, with the last one at 23:16.

Ashford to Carlisle distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 489 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 4 hours and 28 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Ashford and Carlisle?

You can secure tickets for travel between Ashford and Carlisle up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your Ashford to Carlisle travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Carlisle.

FAQs about the train journey from Ashford to Carlisle

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

The train route from Ashford to Carlisle covers 489 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.