4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Carlisle
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
421 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Carlisle will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 4 buses that leave London for Carlisle on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 421 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 9 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €62.
Distance: 261 miles (421 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €113 Average price | €113 Average price |
8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
London to Carlisle Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Live departures
London to Carlisle bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Carlisle buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX590 | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h10 | 6:10 PM Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 · NX590 | On time 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h40 | 6:10 PM Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) | 1 transfer | |
| NX594 | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h55 | 4:25 AM Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Carlisle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 261 miles (421 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from London to CarlisleYou can travel by bus between London to Carlisle with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Carlisle
The historic city of Carlisle is located just ten miles south of the Scottish border in the north-west district of Cumbria. National Express buses depart from London's busy Victoria bus station three times daily, covering the 300-mile route in as little as six hours 40 minutes when traveling overnight. Services are available seven days a week, giving passengers access to the historic city. Whenever passengers decide to travel, National Express has a journey to suit their needs.
Which bus companies travel from London to Carlisle?
There is only one company that offers buses from London to Carlisle. National Express, the leading provider of bus travel across the whole of the UK, has three direct departures per day. The onboard services across their fleet include free WiFi, spacious seating with good legroom and personal air conditioning controls for each passenger.
How long is the bus from London to Carlisle?
The journey times advertised vary significantly, taking into consideration traffic congestion during peak travel time. The fastest journey leaves London Victoria at around 11:00 p.m., traveling overnight and arriving in Carlisle six hours 40 minutes later. The longest journey takes closer to nine hours ten minutes to cover the 300 miles between the two cities.
How many buses are there from London to Carlisle?
National Express consistently offers three services per day. The schedule includes one morning departure, with two evening departures traveling throughout the night and arriving in Carlisle the following morning. All services are direct and require no changes, allowing passengers to relax on their journey.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Carlisle?
Departure bus station: London Victoria, where all buses from London to Carlisle begin their journey, is found in central London, in the borough of Westminster. The station is easily accessible thanks to the nearby Victoria train station, which has London Underground links, several local bus routes and extensive train connections. Station facilities include toilets, numerous cafes and restaurants as well as newsagents and shops where passengers can purchase travel essentials.
Arrival bus station: All services terminate at Carlisle Lonsdale Street Station. Found directly in the centre of Carlisle, the train station is less than half a mile away, making onward travel easy to organise. Station facilities are basic, but the close proximity to The Lanes shopping centre gives passengers access to high-street shops to purchase anything they may require.
FAQs: Bus from London to Carlisle
When departing from London, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including London, Victoria Coach Station and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3. When arriving in Carlisle, you can end your trip in bus stations like Carlisle, Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) and Carlisle, Parkhouse Road (Argos).
Passengers board the bus most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Carlisle, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Carlisle
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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