Trains to Carlisle Visit the North's city of history

Save up to 65% on train tickets to Carlisle when you book in advance with Northern. Advance tickets allow you to book up to 12 weeks in advance of travel. Visit National Rail to find out the list of dates currently available for booking our Advance tickets.

Don't worry if your plans change – you can swap the departure time of your Advanced train ticket for another same-day Northern service in just a few steps for as little as £2.50.

Carlisle's primary station is Carlisle train station, which operates as a hub for the city's travels.

Pets are welcome on Northern trains to Carlisle. Up to two pets per passenger can travel for free and dogs must be kept on the lead at all times or in a carrier. Find out more about taking your dog on a Northern train.

There are no specific luggage restrictions on Northern trains to Carlisle. However, we ask that passengers are mindful of how much luggage they bring and use the dedicated luggage space provided. Please do not block the train doors, walkways or use seats for luggage.

Peak times on Carlisle trains range from 06:30 to 09:30 and 16:30 to 19:00. For more information on peak and off-peak times head here.

If you lose an item on a Northern train to Carlisle or at a Carlisle station, we will do our best to find the item for you. To report a lost item, call 0800 200 6060 or find out more on specific stations here.

Bicycles are allowed on Northern trains to Carlisle, however, space is limited and is first come, first served. We ask that those using bicycles not to block doorways and use the dedicated bike spaces. Find more about cycling with Northern here.

All Northern trains to Carlisle, as well as Carlisle train station, are equipped with accessibility features such as ramps and staff assistance. To find out more about the specific assistance given, head here.