How much is the train ticket from Carlisle to Leeds?

The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Leeds start from R 170. The average price for this train route is around R 501. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Carlisle to Leeds?

The average train journey time from Carlisle to Leeds is 2h 44m, covering a distance of 152 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 27m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Carlisle to Leeds route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Northern , Transpennine Express .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carlisle to Leeds?

The earliest train from Carlisle to Leeds departs at 07:53. And the latest train departs at 21:32.

Which is the best train operator from Carlisle to Leeds?

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 Leeds?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Carlisle to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Carlisle to Leeds?

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.

Train Carlisle to Leeds from R 158

Next train departures

Next departures from Carlisle to Leeds on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:24	Carlisle	2h 44m	11:08	Leeds	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:18	Carlisle	2h 50m	19:08	Leeds	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:48 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Carlisle to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 266, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

151 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 229 - R 1 523	Average duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 170 - R 2 593	Average duration2h 44m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 266 - R 266	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carlisle to Leeds by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Carlisle to Leeds?
The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Leeds start from R 170. The average price for this train route is around R 501. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carlisle to Leeds?
The average train journey time from Carlisle to Leeds is 2h 44m, covering a distance of 152 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 27m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Carlisle to Leeds route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carlisle to Leeds?
The earliest train from Carlisle to Leeds departs at 07:53. And the latest train departs at 21:32.
Which is the best train operator from Carlisle to Leeds?
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 Leeds?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Carlisle to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Carlisle to Leeds?
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.

Best price found

09/12

R 421

10/12

R 481

Today

No data

12/12

R 482

13/12

R 321

14/12

No data

15/12

R 325

16/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Leeds was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 321

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

You can expect to pay from R 321 to R 484 for a train ticket from Carlisle to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 321, which is on 2025-12-13.