The cheapest and fastest trains from Whitehaven to Carlisle
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Whitehaven to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitehaven to Carlisle will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $9.
Of the 1 trains that leave Whitehaven for Carlisle every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Whitehaven to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Whitehaven to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a coach costs an average of $20.
Distance: 57 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$7 Average Price Cheapest | $20 Average Price |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Whitehaven to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Whitehaven to Carlisle trains for today, Friday, 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L06079 | On time 1:48 pm Whitehaven station (WTH) | 1h09 | 2:57 pm Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 21 March | |||||
![]() | 12:59 pm Whitehaven | 1h04 | 2:03 pm Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Whitehaven to Carlisle
Trains from Whitehaven to Carlisle run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 22:09 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Whitehaven to Carlisle trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Whitehaven and Carlisle from $7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Whitehaven to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitehaven to Carlisle by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carlisle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Whitehaven and Carlisle
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:30 Saturday 06:15 - 17:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Whitehaven is accessible as the station is flat, However platforms are very low and the stepping distance between platform and train may be difficult for some older and less mobile customers.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the Station Car Park.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
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