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Travel Information
Compare flight and coach for Carlisle to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a flight costs an average of £26.
Distance: 195 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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£55 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price |
8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Carlisle to Belfast coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are flight and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Carlisle to Belfast.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and bus to find the ideal travel option from Carlisle to Belfast.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carlisle to Belfast
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Buses from Carlisle to Belfast run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 04:50, the last at 14:20. The fastest coach covers the 195 km distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 195 km |
Average bus duration 8h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 04:50 |
Last bus 14:20 |
Bus providers: National Express from Carlisle to BelfastYou can travel by bus between Carlisle to Belfast with National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from Carlisle to Belfast
Taking the bus from Carlisle to Belfast is a convenient and economical way of travelling from this UK city to Northern Ireland. The route is operated by National Express Coaches in conjunction with Stena Line Ferries with the same timetable in place seven days a week. There is one departure every morning that leaves just after 7:30 a.m. The journey takes around 7 hours which includes an Irish Sea crossing of approximately 2 hours. Buses from Carlisle to Belfast depart from Carlisle Bus Station and terminate at the Belfast Europa Bus Centre.
FAQs: Carlisle to Belfast coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Belfast 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 Belfast, 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 Carlisle and Belfast
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Little Italy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 Train: Great Victoria Street Station
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