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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Carlisle
The cheapest option from Bournemouth to Carlisle is coach, with an average price of £31. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Carlisle among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 470 km
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12h 2m Average total duration 11h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration Fastest option 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Carlisle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Carlisle coaches for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 19:15 Bournemouth | 10h30 | 5:45 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Carlisle
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Typically, there are 2 buses per day from Bournemouth to Carlisle, including direct buses, taking around 11h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 470 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 470 km |
Average bus duration 11h 32m |
Lowest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to CarlisleYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Carlisle with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Carlisle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Carlisle by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carlisle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Carlisle
Most Bournemouth to Carlisle buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Carlisle bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bournemouth, Coach Station from Bournemouth city centre
Getting to Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) from Carlisle city centre
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