Explore Hartlepool to Carlisle by train

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

Train cost from Hartlepool to Carlisle

Ready to book tickets from Hartlepool to Carlisle? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Hartlepool and Carlisle typically run €17.14.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 2 and a half months in advance.

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Train schedule for travel between Hartlepool and Carlisle

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 6 trains make this journey of 113 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Hartlepool is at 09:06 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 17:03.

During the weekend, 07:06 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 20:04 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 1 hour and 51 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Hartlepool to Carlisle

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 13 minutes. The total distance travelled is 113 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Hartlepool and Carlisle?

Tickets along this route go on sale 2 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.

Further insights on trains from Hartlepool 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

How far is the journey from Hartlepool to Carlisle by train?

The total distance between Hartlepool and Carlisle by train is 113 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Hartlepool to Carlisle?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at €17.14. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

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

You can purchase tickets for this route 2 and a half months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Hartlepool to Carlisle by train?

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 13 minutes.