Car Hire From Carlisle Railway Station

Meet-and-greet car hire at Carlisle Station for only £20 extra

Regal car hire meet and greet at Carlisle Railway Station

Arriving in Carlisle by train? Regal can meet you at Carlisle Railway Station with your hire car for only £20 extra.

There is no need to arrange a taxi to our branch or carry your luggage across the city. Book your car in advance, tell us which train you are arriving on, and a member of our Carlisle team will meet you at the station with the vehicle.

Once the vehicle handover is complete, you can continue with your journey. At the end of the rental, you can arrange to return the car to Carlisle Railway Station or our Carlisle branch at Kingstown Industrial Estate.

Only £20 extra • Advance booking required • Subject to availability

Regal car hire meet and greet at Carlisle Railway Station

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How Carlisle Station Car Hire Works

How Carlisle Station Car Hire Works

From the train to your hire car in six straightforward steps

1. Reserve Your Hire Car

Book online or contact our Carlisle branch to check vehicle availability. Tell us that you require the £20 railway station meet-and-greet service.

2. Send Us Your Train Details

Provide your arrival date, expected arrival time, train service and mobile telephone number.

3. Meet Us at Carlisle Railway Station

A member of the Regal team will meet you at the agreed location with your hire car. We will confirm the exact meeting point before you travel.

4. Complete the Vehicle Handover

We will complete the necessary checks, explain the vehicle and hand over the keys.

5. Continue With Your Journey

Once the handover is complete, you can continue your journey around Carlisle, Cumbria or further afield.

6. Return the Car

Depending on what was agreed when booking, return the vehicle to Carlisle Railway Station or our Carlisle branch.

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Carlisle Station Meet and Greet for Only £20 Extra

Carlisle Station Meet and Greet for Only £20 Extra

A convenient alternative to taking a taxi to a car hire branch

Our Carlisle Railway Station meet-and-greet service costs £20 in addition to the normal vehicle rental price.

The service is ideal for:

  • Business travellers arriving in Carlisle
  • Visitors travelling to the Lake District
  • Tourists visiting Hadrian’s Wall
  • People visiting friends or family
  • Customers attending weddings and events
  • Passengers continuing into rural Cumbria
  • Customers travelling to locations with limited public transport

The service must be arranged and confirmed in advance. It is subject to vehicle availability, staff availability, driver approval and Regal’s rental terms.

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Explore Carlisle, Cumbria and the Lake District

Explore Carlisle, Cumbria and the Lake District

Continue your journey directly from Carlisle Railway Station

Our meet-and-greet service provides a convenient way to continue your journey after arriving in Carlisle by train.

Customers can travel from Carlisle to destinations including:

  • Carlisle city centre
  • Brampton
  • Longtown
  • Penrith
  • Gretna
  • Hadrian’s Wall
  • Keswick and the Lake District
  • Ullswater
  • North Cumbria
  • The Scottish Borders

Unlimited mileage, VAT, standard insurance and roadside assistance are included with our standard car rentals. The £20 railway station meet-and-greet charge is added separately.

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What We Need Before Meeting You

What We Need Before Meeting You

Send your details before travelling for a smoother handover

To arrange your station collection, we will need:

  • Your full name
  • Your mobile telephone number
  • Your rental dates
  • Your expected train arrival time
  • Your train service or journey details
  • Details of any luggage requirements
  • Your preferred vehicle return location
  • Confirmation that you meet our rental requirements

You will normally need a valid driving licence, two acceptable proofs of address, a DVLA Share My Licence check code and a suitable payment card.

Completing our online pre-arrival check-in before travelling can make the handover quicker, but you should still bring your original documents.

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Return to Carlisle Station or Our Branch

Return to Carlisle Station or Our Branch

Choose the return location that works best for your journey

When arranging your hire, tell us where you would prefer to return the vehicle.

Subject to prior agreement, you may return it to Carlisle Railway Station or:

Regal Car, Van & Truck Rental
Site 37, Millbrook Road
Kingstown Industrial Estate
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0EU

The return time and location must be agreed before the end of the rental. Do not leave the vehicle or keys at Carlisle Railway Station unless a member of the Regal team has specifically confirmed the arrangements.

If your train is delayed, contact us as soon as possible. We will make reasonable efforts to adjust the meeting time, subject to staff availability.

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Carlisle Railway Station Car Hire FAQs

Carlisle Railway Station Car Hire FAQs

Answers to common station collection and return questions

Can I hire a car directly from Carlisle Railway Station?

Regal provides a pre-arranged meet-and-greet service at Carlisle Railway Station. We will meet you at the agreed location with your hire car.

How much does the Carlisle Station service cost?

The Carlisle Railway Station meet-and-greet service costs only £20 extra, in addition to the normal vehicle rental price.

Do I need to book the station service in advance?

Yes. Station collection and return arrangements must be requested and confirmed in advance.

What happens if my train is delayed?

Contact us as soon as you become aware of a delay. We will make reasonable efforts to adjust the meeting time, subject to staff availability.

Can I return the car to Carlisle Railway Station?

Yes, a station return may be available when arranged and confirmed in advance. Do not leave the vehicle or keys at the station without confirmation from the Regal team.

Can I return the car to the Carlisle branch instead?

Yes. Our Carlisle branch is located at Site 37, Millbrook Road, Kingstown Industrial Estate, Carlisle, CA3 0EU.

Is unlimited mileage included?

Yes. Unlimited mileage is included with our standard car rentals.

Can I book the vehicle online?

Yes. Book the vehicle online and then contact our Carlisle team to request and confirm the railway station meet-and-greet service.

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