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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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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 and with fares starting at just R 290, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carlisle to Manchester 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 Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Manchester start from R 360. The average price for this train route is around R 1 110. 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 Manchester?
The average train journey time from Carlisle to Manchester is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 175 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 44m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Carlisle to Manchester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carlisle to Manchester?
The earliest train from Carlisle to Manchester departs at 07:34. And the latest train departs at 21:35.
Which is the best train operator from Carlisle to Manchester?
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 Manchester?
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 Manchester?
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 Manchester?
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 Manchester was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 342To 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 R 342 to R 2 784 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 R 342, which is on 2025-12-18.
