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Carlisle to Sellafield Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Carlisle to Sellafield, starting from £2.00 and averaging £2.00. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 49 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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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
14:08 2 hours, Changes required Carlisle	16:08 Sellafield	Find Tickets
14:40 2 hours 7 minutes, Changes required Carlisle	16:47 Sellafield	Find Tickets
17:07 1 hour 57 minutes, Changes required Carlisle	19:04 Sellafield	Find Tickets
18:48 1 hour 52 minutes, Changes required Carlisle	20:40 Sellafield	Find Tickets
22:01 7 hours 53 minutes, Changes required Carlisle	05:54 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Carlisle to Sellafield Train Route Details

First train

05:50

Last train

22:01

Departure station

Carlisle

Arrival station

Sellafield

Journey time

1 hour 49 minutes

Distance

65 km

Price

£2.00*

Train operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Sellafield

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Carlisle to Sellafield. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Carlisle to Sellafield, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Carlisle to Sellafield more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Carlisle to Sellafield 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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Carlisle to Sellafield Train prices and times

Carlisle to Sellafield Train Route Details