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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Carlisle | Durham | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carlisle | Durham | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Carlisle | Durham | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Carlisle to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carlisle to Durham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Carlisle to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Durham start from £33. The average price for this train route is around £33. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carlisle to Durham?
The average train journey time from Carlisle to Durham is 2h, covering a distance of 55 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Carlisle to Durham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Northern, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carlisle to Durham?
The earliest train from Carlisle to Durham departs at 19:55. And the latest train departs at 19:55.
Which is the best train operator from Carlisle to Durham?
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 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Carlisle to Durham?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Carlisle to Durham?
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 Carlisle to Durham?
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 Carlisle to Durham was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carlisle to Durham as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Carlisle to Durham?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Carlisle and Durham is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £33 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £33. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Durham, choose the train, as it will take you from Carlisle to Durham in about 2h – that's the fastest way to get there!
