Explore Carlisle to Morpeth by train

Thinking about travelling from Carlisle to Morpeth by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost for travel between Carlisle and Morpeth

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$20.50, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Carlisle to Morpeth departure timetable

On this route, 24 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Carlisle at 06:28 and the last leaving at 22:04 during the week.

For weekend travel to Morpeth, the earliest departure is at 05:44 and the last one is at 22:06. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 37 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Carlisle to Morpeth?

On this route spanning 85 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 1 hour and 46 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Carlisle and Morpeth?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Carlisle and Morpeth 3 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Carlisle to Morpeth

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Carlisle and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Morpeth city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Carlisle to Morpeth by train?

The distance between Carlisle and Morpeth is 85 kilometres.

How much does the train from Carlisle to Morpeth cost?

The lowest fare on this route is US$20.50. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Carlisle to Morpeth train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 3 months in advance.

How long does the train take from Carlisle to Morpeth?

The fastest journey takes 1 hour and 46 minutes.