How much does a train ticket cost from Middlesbrough to Carlisle?

The cheapest train tickets from Middlesbrough to Carlisle start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £22. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Middlesbrough to Carlisle?

The average train journey time from Middlesbrough to Carlisle is 3h 1m, covering a distance of 71 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 56m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Middlesbrough to Carlisle route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Middlesbrough to Carlisle?

The earliest train from Middlesbrough to Carlisle departs at 07:49. And the latest train departs at 19:31.

Train Middlesbrough to Carlisle from £16

Next train departures

Next departures from Middlesbrough to Carlisle on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:30	Middlesbrough	2h 58m	18:28	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	11:31	Middlesbrough	2h 57m	14:28	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	08:32	Middlesbrough	3h 3m	11:35	Carlisle	No tags
Train	09:31	Middlesbrough	3h 2m	12:33	Carlisle	No tags
Train	10:30	Middlesbrough	3h 1m	13:31	Carlisle	No tags

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Get from Middlesbrough to Carlisle

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 3 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 1mAverage duration

71 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at £17

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Middlesbrough to Carlisle by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Middlesbrough to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from Middlesbrough to Carlisle start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £22. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Middlesbrough to Carlisle?
The average train journey time from Middlesbrough to Carlisle is 3h 1m, covering a distance of 71 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 56m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Middlesbrough to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Middlesbrough to Carlisle?
The earliest train from Middlesbrough to Carlisle departs at 07:49. And the latest train departs at 19:31.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£21

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£26

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£21

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The cheapest trip from Middlesbrough to Carlisle was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Middlesbrough to Carlisle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £37 for a train ticket from Middlesbrough to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-11-30.