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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Carlisle | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carlisle | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Carlisle | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carlisle | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carlisle | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Carlisle to Preston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 1 hour 12 minutes and with fares starting at just CZK 277, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carlisle to Preston 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 Carlisle to Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Preston start from CZK 277. The average price for this train route is around CZK 928. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carlisle to Preston?
The average train ride duration from Carlisle to Preston is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 79 miles (128 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 4m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Carlisle to Preston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Carlisle to Preston?
The earliest train departs from Carlisle to Preston at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 6:51pm.
What is the best train operator from Carlisle to Preston?
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 Carlisle to Preston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Carlisle to Preston?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Preston?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Preston was searched and found on May 7, 2026 with a price of CZK 260To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carlisle to Preston, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CZK 260 to CZK 1,735 for a train ticket from Carlisle to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CZK 260 which is on 2026-05-07.
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