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CMH — CAX
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
Wed 24/4

Carlisle bus information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and bus companies that offer buses to Carlisle.

Return-trip from

£21
Bus tickets to Carlisle found within the last 3 days start at £21 round-trip from London

Book round-trip bus tickets to Carlisle

Below are the quickest and cheapest round-trip bus tickets to Carlisle that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.
FlixBus
25 Apr
23:00London Finchley
6h 55m
05:55Carlisle
2 May
10:00Carlisle
10h 35m
1 stop
20:35London Finchley
FlixBus
25 Apr
23:00London Finchley
6h 55m
05:55Carlisle
2 May
10:00Carlisle
10h 35m
1 stop
20:35London Finchley
FlixBus
25 Apr
23:00London Finchley
6h 55m
05:55Carlisle
2 May
10:00Carlisle
10h 35m
20:35London Finchley
FlixBus
25 Apr
23:00London Finchley
6h 55m
05:55Carlisle
2 May
10:00Carlisle
10h 35m
20:35London Finchley
FlixBus
1 Aug
23:00London Finchley
6h 55m
05:55Carlisle
7 Aug
01:55Carlisle
6h 55m
08:50London Finchley
FlixBus
25 Apr
23:00London Finchley
6h 55m
05:55Carlisle
26 Apr
10:00Carlisle
10h 35m
1 stop
20:35London Finchley

FAQs for booking coach tickets to Carlisle

What amenities are offered on buses from Carlisle?

When looking at bus prices in Carlisle, you’ll probably be looking for cheap bus tickets, and you’ll find that the bus service provider operating in Carlisle is National Express. Get ready to enjoy amenities such as an on-board entertainment system with the latest movies, music and games, or scroll the net with free wifi. All the coaches have air conditioning, onboard bathrooms, reclining seats and power outlets at every seat. When you book your ticket, you can opt for a seat upgrade to an extra-large seat from the standard seating size.

What are the benefits of taking a bus from Carlisle?

When catching buses in Carlisle, you will find that the schedules are frequent; there is a useful network of lines with high frequency all day, reaching all parts of the city. Cheap bus tickets are a major benefit of travelling by bus in Carlisle. Booking your bus ticket in advance will further lend to cheap bus ticket deals. Taking the bus in a new location is relaxing and a stress-free way of being able to explore the city. Take in the views without having to worry about learning the road systems or navigating a new area; you will find the time to soak up the scenery of your new surroundings. National Express buses are known for having extra leg room on their coaches, which makes travelling by bus in Carlisle a comfortable choice.

How do I get to the bus station in Carlisle?

There are two ways to get from the city centre of Carlisle to the Carlisle bus station, generally a 6min journey. You could make use of the extensive bus system and catch a bus which runs along line 400. This particular bus runs every 4 hours or so. A faster way to make the trip is by taxi. You can book a taxi at any time of the day, and they will pick you up right at your location to take you to the entrance of the bus station. This is a great option for making the journey if you have more than one piece of luggage or are on a tight schedule.

What luggage can I bring on a bus from Carlisle?

When catching a bus in Carlisle, you should know what the luggage requirements are before you arrive. Bus operators can refuse entry to the bus if your luggage exceeds the requirements. Each passenger may take one medium-sized suitcase or rucksack to be booked into the onboard storage compartment. You will also be allowed to carry one piece of hand luggage onto the coach, as long as it is small enough to be stored under your seat or in the overhead storage compartment. Both your booked bag and your hand luggage are included in the price of your ticket. Your stored luggage must not exceed a weight of 44 lb.

What do I need before boarding a bus from Carlisle?

When catching a bus operated by the National Express bus company, you will be required to have an official photo ID with you on the bus at all times. This can be a valid passport or your homeland national identity card; it needs to have your full name, birth date and a photo of you to be considered valid. You don't need to carry a physical copy of your ticket, but you must be able to show a digital confirmation of your purchased ticket. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a person who is over the age of 16. All passengers over the age of 16 will need proof of a ticket and a valid form of ID to ride.

How much is a coach ticket to Carlisle Lake District?

Users have found that prices vary from their starting point. Tickets for buses from London, Birmingham, or Aberdeen usually start from around £39, £25, or £22, respectively.

What coach companies go to Carlisle Lake District?

Some of the options we’ve found for coaches to Carlisle Lake District are FlixBus and National Express. Typically, your options for coaches to Carlisle Lake District will be determined by the route you take.

How far in advance should I book a coach to Carlisle Lake District?

You can catch a one-way bus to Carlisle Lake District for £26 on average this week. Overall, prices are generally stable for the next 3 months or so. Search availability for a coach to Carlisle Lake District from your area and be on your way in no time.


Popular bus routes to Carlisle

Most frequently searched bus routes to Carlisle, along with the cheapest price and shortest travel time.
Buses to Carlisle from London
Fastest travel time6h 30m
Cheapest price£39
Buses to Carlisle from Edinburgh
Fastest travel time2h 35m
Cheapest price£16

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