Trains from Carlisle to Bristol

Carlisle to Bristol train information

Carlisle Bristol train map

Train duration 4h45m
Arrival Bristol, England
Departure Carlisle, England
Distance 239 Miles
  • There are several train providers across the UK & Europe. By searching for your ticket using our travel search engine, you will be able to see the trains connecting Carlisle in England to Bristol in England as well as the train operator for this journey.
  • On average, the journey takes normally 4h45m by train to cover the 239 miles to go to Bristol from Carlisle. The train duration can vary depending if your train is direct or with changes.
  • Fares will change depending on the day and hour of travel and how far in advance you purchase your ticket.

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Carlisle - Bristol: the best time to book cheap trains

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The Prices for train tickets Carlisle to Bristol will increase if you don't book early. If we look at our data, if you book your seat 2 months in advance, tickets should be available from £53 whereas when buying your ticket 1 day in advance, you will need to spend at least £112 for your journey. Thus, you can save 53% on the price of your ticket by purchasing your seat 2 months in advance rather than 1 day in advance.

The results are based on the best fares found over the past 6 months when buying in advance versus at the last minute.

Best prices for Carlisle to Bristol trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Carlisle and Bristol by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Bristol to Carlisle and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

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National Railcards can save you a lot if you're using the train. Depending on your age as well as your situation, you are able to get one of the 5 different railcards: Disabled persons, 16-25, Two together, Senior or Family and Friends railcards. Railcards can enable you to pay less for your Carlisle Bristol train ticket.

Why should I buy a railcard?

The main benefit of using a railcard is that you only need a few trips to be profitable.

You will need to purchase at least £88 of train tickets throughout the duration of the railcard's validity for the railcard to pay for itsfel. It corresponds to the price of the card, thirty pounds, divided by the saving, thirty four percent. On every train that you buy after that, you will save money.

For instance, train tickets from Carlisle to Bristol cost on average £50.00 (1). If you're dividing £88 by £50.00 (£88/£50.00 = 1.76), it turns out that after only 2 one way trips from Bristol to Carlisle, the card will have paid for itself.

What is the cost of a railcard?

All railcards cost £30 except the Disabled persons railcard for which you will pay £20. Railcards give you 34% off most rail fares, thus you will save 1/3 on most train fares.

(1)Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey

Train Journey Average price without railcard(1) With a railcard 34% off(2) Saving based on a one-way trip Number of return trips to pay off the cost
Carlisle to Bristol train £50.00 £33.33 £16.67 1.76

(1)Average price observed over the last 6 months for one way

(2)Price calculated with an average reduction of 34% on train tickets fare