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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Carlisle Bus Station | Edge Lane | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Carlisle Bus Station | Edge Lane | No tags | ||||
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| Bus | Carlisle Bus Station | Old Swan | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Carlisle to Liverpool
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Carlisle and Liverpool?
Stops in Carlisle
- A
Carlisle Bus Station
15-17 Lonsdale St, Carlisle CA1, UK - B
Court Square
The Griffin, Court Square, Carlisle CA1 1QX, UK
Stops in Liverpool
- ACanning Pl, Liverpool L1, UK
- B9 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool L3, UK
- D
3315 Islington
3315 Islington, Liverpool L3 8JR, UK - E
44 Norton St
44 Norton St, Liverpool L3 8PY, UK - F
Bootle - Port of Liverpool
Liverpool, Bootle L20 1DB, UK
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carlisle to Liverpool by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Carlisle to Liverpool?
The cheapest bus tickets from Carlisle to Liverpool start from $35. The average price for this route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Carlisle to Liverpool?
The average bus trip duration from Carlisle to Liverpool is 5h 54m, covering a distance of 103 miles (166 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Carlisle to Liverpool route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carlisle to Liverpool?
The earliest bus departs from Carlisle to Liverpool at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carlisle to Liverpool?
A bus trip from Carlisle to Liverpool generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Carlisle to Liverpool?
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 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carlisle to Liverpool?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Carlisle to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Carlisle to Liverpool?
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.
The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Liverpool was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $33To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carlisle to Liverpool, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $33 to $52 for a bus ticket from Carlisle to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-04.
