Trains tickets from Carlisle to Manchester

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TodayJun 19
from US$43
TomorrowJun 20
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SunJun 22
from US$54
MonJun 23
from US$51
TueJun 24
from US$54
WedJun 25
from US$50
ThuJun 26

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Carlisle
    Departure location: Carlisle
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Carlisle
    Departure location: Carlisle
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Carlisle
    Departure location: Carlisle
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Carlisle
    Departure location: Carlisle
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Carlisle
    Departure location: Carlisle
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Carlisle to Manchester

Bus
Average PriceUS$15 - US$68Average Duration4h 5m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$22 - US$173Average Duration1h 54m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$16 - US$16Average Duration2h 20m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Carlisle to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 20mAverage Duration
US$16Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Carlisle to Manchester: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$105
Average train trip duration1h 54m
Number of daily trains11.600000000000001
Earliest train departure7:34am
Distance164 km
Latest train departure9:35pm

Carlisle to Manchester Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Carlisle - Manchester

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Manchester cost?

    The average train ticket price from Carlisle to Manchester is US$105. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Manchester 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Carlisle to Manchester?

    A train trip between Carlisle and Manchester is around 1h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 164 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Carlisle and Manchester?

    The number of trains from Carlisle to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11.600000000000001. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Carlisle to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Carlisle to Manchester?

    When taking the train from Carlisle to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, Northern.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06-17
US$52
06-18
US$41
Today
US$41
06-20
No data
06-21
No data
06-22
US$51
06-23
US$49
06-24
US$51
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carlisle to Manchester was searched and found on Jun 18, 2025 with a price of US$41

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

You can expect to pay from US$41 to US$161 for a train ticket from Carlisle to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$49 which is on 2025-06-23.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Manchester, 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.

By choosing the train between Carlisle and Manchester, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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