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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bristol to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, while a train costs an average of $154.
Distance: 237 miles (383 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$45 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price | $98 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Bristol to Carlisle
Compare the available ways to get from Bristol to Carlisle, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Carlisle:
A bus is $53 (€45) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Carlisle costing on average $98 (€82).
A bus is $110 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Carlisle costing on average $154 (€130).
Other travel options to Carlisle take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 48m.
Bus takes on average 8h 58m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€38) compared to roughly $112 (€94) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $67 (€57). The journey takes 8h 28m versus 5h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Bristol to Carlisle
How to get from Bristol to Carlisle by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bristol to Carlisle is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
9:20 AM 8h50 Bristol 6:10 PM Carlisle $40 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
9:20 AM 8h50 Bristol 6:10 PM Carlisle $40 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
9:20 AM 8h50 Bristol 6:10 PM Carlisle $40 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
8:20 AM 8h50 Bristol 5:10 PM Carlisle $45 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Carlisle:
A bus is $53 (€45) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Carlisle costing on average $98 (€82).
A bus is $110 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Carlisle costing on average $154 (€130).
Other travel options to Carlisle take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 48m.
Bus takes on average 8h 58m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 5 flights per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Carlisle as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Carlisle station (CAR).
- Buses mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street).
- Flights mostly depart from Bristol Airport and arrive in Glasgow International Airport.
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales to go to Carlisle by train.
- Travel with easyJet to go to Carlisle by flight.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Carlisle by bus.
- 5 direct flights per day with easyJet.
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