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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds to Carlisle by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Carlisle start at $13. The average price for this train route is around $38. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Leeds to Carlisle?
The average train trip from Leeds to Carlisle takes 2h 42m and covers 152 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 36m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Leeds to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leeds to Carlisle?
The earliest train from Leeds to Carlisle departs at 7:06am. The latest train departs at 11:20pm.
What is the best train operator from Leeds to Carlisle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Carlisle?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Leeds to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leeds to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leeds to Carlisle was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leeds to Carlisle, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $210 for a train ticket from Leeds to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-02-01.
Usually Transpennine Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
