Birmingham International to Carlisle by train

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Overview: trains from Birmingham International to Carlisle

Find the key information for travelling by train from Birmingham International 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 07:53 View journey
Last train 18:55 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 3hr 4m View journey
Distance (km) 283
Trains / day 19 View all
Cheapest journey £24.19 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 8m
Train operators 2

Birmingham International to Carlisle train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Birmingham International to Carlisle by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Birmingham International to Carlisle take around 3 hours and 4 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 283 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Birmingham International is scheduled to depart at around  07:53. The last departure is usually at around 18:53 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Birmingham International at around 08:53, with the last train leaving at around 18:55. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 19 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 39 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £24.19.

We think any time is a great time to visit Carlisle, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Carlisle.

Is there a direct train from Birmingham International to Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train from Birmingham International to Carlisle.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Birmingham International to Carlisle?

The Birmingham International to Carlisle train travel takes about 3 hours and 4 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Birmingham International to Carlisle train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Carlisle leaving Birmingham International at around 07:53 and the last train leaving at around 18:53 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Birmingham International at around 08:53, with the final departure at 18:55.

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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.