4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Carlisle to Belfast
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Carlisle to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Belfast will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £57.
Of the 1 buses that leave Carlisle for Belfast every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 195 km distance in an average of 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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 £55. 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 £55, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 195 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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£56 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price |
8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m 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 |
Live departures
Carlisle to Belfast bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Belfast coaches for today, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:50 Carlisle | 9h40 | 13:30 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £32 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 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
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 £32. 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Belfast
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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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