Carlisle fans will face the longest away trip in England for the opening day of the National League season. According to new analysis by the AA, Worthing supporters will travel 710 miles to Carlisle for the first fixture of the 2026/27 season. To show their appreciation, every Worthing FC fan that attends this weekend's match away to Carlisle United will be rewarded with a free drink paid for by the Club upon arrival at Brunton Park. This can be redeemed from the horsebox in the Fanzone, which opens at 12.30pm.
What happened?
Carlisle fans will face the longest away trip in England for the opening day of the National League season.
Why it matters for Carlisle
The long journey will be a challenge for Carlisle fans, but it will also be a test of their dedication to the team.
What comes next?
Next fixture: vs Eastleigh (at home, 2027-02-20) (13th in the table). Carlisle fans will be looking forward to a more manageable journey for their next match.
The AA is urging fans to prepare for delays and carry out basic vehicle checks ahead of travel. With fuel costs at a high and major roads expected to be busy, the AA is warning fans to plan regular breaks and not to ignore the signs of fatigue. Lee Morley, AA expert patrol, said: "The opening weeks of the football season arrive at a time when roads are already busier because of summer holiday travel, so supporters need to be prepared for longer journey times than they might normally expect."
What does it mean for the team?
The long journey will not affect the team's performance, but it will be a challenge for the fans. Carlisle United will be looking forward to a more manageable journey for their next match.
What's the impact on the fans?
The long journey will be a test of the fans' dedication to the team. Every Worthing FC fan that attends this weekend's match away to Carlisle United will be rewarded with a free drink paid for by the Club upon arrival at Brunton Park.
