Arriving in Carlisle
With a journey time as short as 2h 5m, you can reach Carlisle from Manchester Airport, with an average of 34 train per day.
Book cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Carlisle. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.
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 designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
How can you make your journey from Manchester Airport to Carlisle cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.
Traveling during off-peak hours
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Manchester Airport to Carlisle can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.
*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.