Explore Lille to Carlisle by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Lille to Carlisle aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Lille and Carlisle

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$492.00, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train times for travel between Lille and Carlisle

If you are taking the train from Lille to Carlisle, you will have 18 trains each day (with a departure every 39 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 08:35. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:35. On weekends, the first train departs at 08:27, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:35.

Train travel time and distance from Lille to Carlisle

Trains can complete this route in as little as 5 hours and 11 minutes. The total distance travelled is 622 kilometres.

How far in advance Lille and Carlisle tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Lille and Carlisle are available 5 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Further insights on trains from Lille to Carlisle

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Carlisle city guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the travel distance between Lille and Carlisle by train?

The total journey from Lille to Carlisle is 622 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Lille to Carlisle?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$492.00. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When can I start booking my Lille to Carlisle train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

How long does it take to get from Lille to Carlisle?

The quickest journey is 5 hours and 11 minutes.