Bus from London to Carlisle: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Carlisle on 4 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Carlisle Bus StationCheapestFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Carlisle Bus StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Carlisle (Halston Hotel)No tags
      MegabusBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Carlisle Parkhouse RdNo tags
        National ExpressBus
          		Victoria Coach Station
          		Carlisle Bus StationNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 04:51 GMT.

          Compare 3 ways to travel from London 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 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          5h 40mAverage duration
          261 milesDistance
          18kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average price£15 - £76Average duration8h 30m
          11kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average price£41 - £297Average duration3h 23m
          10kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average price£34 - £53Average duration5h 40m
          18kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Carlisle

          Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Carlisle?

            The cheapest coach tickets from London to Carlisle start from £15. The average price for this route is around £25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from London to Carlisle?

            The average bus journey time from London to Carlisle is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 262 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 55m and is operated by National Express.

          3. Which bus companies service the London to Carlisle route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Carlisle?

            The earliest bus departs from London to Carlisle at 09:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Carlisle?

            A bus journey from London to Carlisle produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. Which is the best bus company from London to Carlisle?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

          7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Carlisle?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Carlisle?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Carlisle?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

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

          Best price found
          01/12
          £23
          02/12
          £19
          Today
          £19
          04/12
          £23
          05/12
          £15
          06/12
          £16
          07/12
          £17
          08/12
          £17
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Carlisle was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

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

          You can expect to pay from £15 to £63 for a bus ticket from London to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-05.

          Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

          What's the cheapest way to go from London to Carlisle?

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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