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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Carlisle to Inverness
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Carlisle to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Inverness will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Carlisle to Inverness you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlisle to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 298 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlisle to Inverness bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Inverness coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00 Carlisle | 6h35 | 12:35 Inverness | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carlisle to Inverness
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Buses from Carlisle to Inverness run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:54, the last at 20:10. The fastest coach covers the 298 km distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 298 km |
Average bus duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 04:54 |
Last bus 20:10 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Carlisle to InvernessYou can travel by bus between Carlisle to Inverness with FlixBus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Carlisle to Inverness coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Inverness 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 Inverness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Inverness
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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