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Find the best prices from Carlisle to Preston

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Carlisle to Preston, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

PLN 40.77

Mon17Nov

PLN 40.77

Tue18Nov

PLN 40.77

Wed19Nov

PLN 40.77

Thu20Nov

PLN 21.11

Fri21Nov

PLN 27.58

Sat22Nov

PLN 40.77

Sun23Nov

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Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.

Carlisle to Preston Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Carlisle to Preston, starting from PLN 21.11 and averaging PLN 42.40. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 4 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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11:33 1 hour 12 minutes, Direct Carlisle	12:45 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
11:48 1 hour 8 minutes, Direct Carlisle	12:56 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
12:05 1 hour 9 minutes, Direct Carlisle	13:14 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
12:33 1 hour 13 minutes, Direct Carlisle	13:46 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
12:50 1 hour 7 minutes, Direct Carlisle	13:57 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
13:12 1 hour 4 minutes, Direct Carlisle	14:16 Paris	Find Tickets

Carlisle to Preston Train Route Details

First train

05:43

Last train

21:32

Departure station

Carlisle

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

1 hour 4 minutes

Distance

128 km

Price

PLN 21.11*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Preston

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 Carlisle to Preston can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Carlisle to Preston for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Carlisle to Preston, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Carlisle to Preston ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Carlisle to Preston train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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