How far is Liverpool from Carlisle?

About 103 miles (166 km) separate Liverpool and Carlisle.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Liverpool to Carlisle?

Most of the buses traveling from Liverpool to Carlisle leave from Liverpool One and arrive at Carlisle Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Liverpool to Carlisle from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Liverpool to Carlisle on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080)	7h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:35pm	Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080)	7h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Old Swan	7h 20m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Old Swan	7h 20m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:27pm	Botanic Park	7h 23m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:25 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Liverpool to Carlisle

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

103 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $46	Average Duration5h 53m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $89	Average Duration1h 59m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $21	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,319 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Liverpool and Carlisle?

Stops in Liverpool

A - Liverpool One

B - Unviersity

C - Liverpool Airport

D - 3315 Islington

E - 44 Norton St

F - Bootle - Port of Liverpool

Stops in Carlisle

A - Carlisle Bus Station

B - Court Square

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Liverpool to Carlisle by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/13

$39

11/14

$35

Today

$39

11/16

$35

11/17

$35

11/18

$35

11/19

$35

11/20

$38

The cheapest trip from Liverpool to Carlisle was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $48 for a bus ticket from Liverpool to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-17.