Lincoln to Carlisle by train
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Overview: trains from Lincoln to Carlisle
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Taking the train from Lincoln to Carlisle
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Train cost between Lincoln 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 US$237.00, 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.
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Train schedule for travel between Lincoln and Carlisle
While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 36 trains make this journey of 242 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Lincoln is at 07:00 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:26.
During the weekend, 06:42 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:27 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 16 minutes.
Train duration for trips from Lincoln to Carlisle
The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 53 minutes, crossing a total distance of 242 kilometres.
How early can you book train tickets between Lincoln and Carlisle?
Tickets along this route go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.
More information on train travel from Lincoln to Carlisle
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Carlisle city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Lincoln to Carlisle
Want to know more about your journey from Lincoln to Carlisle? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The distance between Lincoln and Carlisle is 242 kilometres.
The lowest price on this route is US$237.00. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .
You can purchase tickets for this route 4 and a half months in advance.
The fastest journey takes 3 hours and 53 minutes.
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