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Leeds to Carlisle train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Leeds to Carlisle, starting from £6.50 and averaging £20.50. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 39m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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00:08
Leeds
06:47
Carlisle
6h 39m, No directTransPennine Express
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05:15
Leeds
08:02
Carlisle
2h 47m, DirectNorthern
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05:47
Leeds
09:12
Carlisle
3h 25m, No directTransPennine Express
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05:58
Leeds
09:03
Carlisle
3h 5m, No directNorthernAvanti West Coast
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06:00
Leeds
09:12
Carlisle
3h 12m, No directTransPennine Express
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06:45
Leeds
10:14
Paris
3h 29m, No directTransPennine Express
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Leeds to Carlisle train route details

First train
First train
00:08
Last train
Last train
19:51
Departure station
Departure station
Leeds
Arrival station
Arrival station
Carlisle
Journey time
Journey time
2h 39m
Distance
Distance
95 miles
Price
Price
£6.50*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Leeds to Carlisle

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Leeds to Carlisle can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Leeds to Carlisle for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Leeds to Carlisle, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Leeds to Carlisle ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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