How far is Carlisle from Hamilton by coach?

The journey from Hamilton to Carlisle by coach covers an approximate distance of 74 miles (120 km).

Is there a way to reach Carlisle from Hamilton without a car?

You can reach Carlisle from Hamilton by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus from Hamilton to Carlisle from £7 | Compare & Save up to 59%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Hamilton to Carlisle on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:05	Hamilton	1h 40m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:25	Hamilton	1h 25m	00:50	Carlisle Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	09:05	Hamilton	1h 40m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:25	Hamilton	1h 25m	00:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Hamilton to Carlisle on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:05	Hamilton	1h 40m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:25	Hamilton	1h 25m	00:50	Carlisle Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	09:05	Hamilton	1h 40m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:25	Hamilton	1h 25m	00:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamilton to Carlisle

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

76 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £17	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £97	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £11	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,714 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29714 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £9

National Express Hamilton Carlisle recent customer reviews

Happy with journey

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27 July 2022

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Where are the popular stops in Hamilton and Carlisle?

Stops in Hamilton

A - Hamilton Bus Station

Stops in Carlisle

A - Carlisle Bus Station

B - Court Square

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Hamilton to Carlisle

How far is Carlisle from Hamilton by coach?
The journey from Hamilton to Carlisle by coach covers an approximate distance of 74 miles (120 km).
Is there a way to reach Carlisle from Hamilton without a car?
You can reach Carlisle from Hamilton by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/11

No data

16/11

£14

Today

£9

18/11

£8

19/11

£7

20/11

No data

21/11

£9

22/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Hamilton to Carlisle was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamilton to Carlisle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £17 for a bus ticket from Hamilton to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-11-19.