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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 | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Carlisle to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carlisle to Durham 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 Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Durham start from $43. The average price for this train route is around $43. 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 Durham?
The average train ride duration from Carlisle to Durham is 2h, covering a distance of 55 miles (88 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Carlisle to Durham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Northern, London North Eastern Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Carlisle to Durham?
The earliest train departs from Carlisle to Durham at 7:55pm. And the latest train departs at 7:55pm.
What 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?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Carlisle to Durham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $41To 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.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $41 for a train ticket from Carlisle to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-14.
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 $43 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $43. 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!
