How much does a train ticket from Carlisle to London cost?

The average train ticket price from Carlisle to London is $126. The best way to find train tickets from Carlisle to London is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Carlisle to London?

A train trip between Carlisle and London is around 3h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 262 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Carlisle and London?

The number of trains from Carlisle to London can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Carlisle to London by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Carlisle to London?

When taking the train from Carlisle to London, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper.

What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Once in London, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Madame Tussauds London, Kew Gardens, London Mithraeum, The British Museum, St Paul's Cathedral.

Train Carlisle to London from $51

Next departures

Next departures for Carlisle to London on October 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:50am	Carlisle	3h 34m	2:24pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
11:47am	Carlisle	3h 32m	3:19pm	Euston Station	Fastest
11:02am	Carlisle	4h 2m	3:04pm	Euston Station	No tags
11:02am	Carlisle	4h 2m	3:04pm	Euston Station	No tags
11:02am	Carlisle	4h 56m	3:58pm	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Carlisle to London on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:11pm	Carlisle	3h 52m	9:03pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
8:49am	Carlisle	3h 24m	12:13pm	Euston Station	Fastest
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h 35m	11:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Carlisle to London on October 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:11pm	Carlisle	3h 52m	9:03pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
8:49am	Carlisle	3h 24m	12:13pm	Euston Station	Fastest
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h 35m	11:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Carlisle to London on October 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:11pm	Carlisle	3h 52m	9:03pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
8:49am	Carlisle	3h 24m	12:13pm	Euston Station	Fastest
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h 35m	11:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Carlisle to London on October 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:11pm	Carlisle	3h 52m	9:03pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
8:49am	Carlisle	3h 24m	12:13pm	Euston Station	Fastest
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h 35m	11:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Carlisle to London on October 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	Cheapest
8:49am	Carlisle	3h 24m	12:13pm	Euston Station	Fastest
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h 35m	11:38am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h 35m	11:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Carlisle to London on October 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:48pm	Carlisle	3h 41m	8:29pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
8:49am	Carlisle	3h 23m	12:12pm	Euston Station	Fastest
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h	11:03am	Euston Station	No tags
7:03am	Carlisle	4h 35m	11:38am	Euston Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Carlisle to London.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $137	Average Duration9h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$54 - $438	Average Duration3h 57m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$42 - $70	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Carlisle to London

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Carlisle to London: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$126

Average train trip duration3h 57m

Number of daily trains12

Earliest train departure7:03am

Distance260 miles (418 km)

Latest train departure8:07pm

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi5

Caledonian Sleeper

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

Carlisle to London Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/02

$109

10/03

$109

Today

$110

10/05

$159

10/06

$78

10/07

$64

10/08

$55

10/09

$63

The cheapest trip from Carlisle to London was searched and found on Oct 8, 2025 with a price of $55

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carlisle to London, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $55 to $419 for a train ticket from Carlisle to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-10-08.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Carlisle to London is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to London you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Carlisle and London, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Carlisle to London while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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