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8:209h50Cardiff18:10Carlisle£331One-way0 changes
- 8:209h50Cardiff18:10Carlisle£331One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Carlisle
The cheapest option from Cardiff to Carlisle is coach, with an average price of £33. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Carlisle among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 380 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£33 Average Price Cheapest option | £96 Average Price |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest option 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Carlisle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Carlisle coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:20 Cardiff | 9h50 | 18:10 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Carlisle
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Typically, there are 3 buses per day from Cardiff to Carlisle, including direct buses, taking around 9h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 380 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 380 km |
Average bus duration 9h 30m |
Lowest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to CarlisleYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Carlisle with National Express for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Carlisle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Carlisle
Most Cardiff to Carlisle buses use the Cardiff, Sophia Gardens to Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) station pair, with some services arriving at Carlisle. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Carlisle bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff, Sophia Gardens from Cardiff city centre
Getting to Cardiff, University from Cardiff city centre
Getting to Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) from Carlisle city centre
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
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