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Cathays to Carlisle Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cathays to Carlisle? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as US$86.21, with average prices for this route around US$197.56.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
00:24 Cathays	10:00 Carlisle	9h 36m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:39 Cathays	11:00 Carlisle	5h 21m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:27 Cathays	11:57 Carlisle	5h 30m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:38 Cathays	13:00 Carlisle	5h 22m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:38 Cathays	14:01 Carlisle	5h 23m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:38 Cathays	15:01 Paris	5h 23m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cathays to Carlisle Train Route Details

First train

00:24

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Cathays

Arrival station

Carlisle

Journey time

5h 21m

Distance

379 km

Price

US$86.21*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cathays to Carlisle

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cathays to Carlisle can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cathays to Carlisle, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cathays to Carlisle ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cathays to Carlisle more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cathays to Carlisle train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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