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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
3 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 8 m
Buses on 20 Sept
2
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 buses from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 164 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.
NX1810:553h10Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street)4:05Manchester, Coach Station£281One-way0 changes- NX59010:453h05Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street)13:50Manchester, Coach Station£281One-way0 changes
- NX59010:453h05Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street)13:50Manchester, Coach Station£281One-way0 changes
- NX1810:553h10Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street)4:05Manchester, Coach Station£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 164 km
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| Coach | Most popular Ferry | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price | £44 Average Price | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A coach is £13 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £40.
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £44.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 7m.
Ferry takes on average 3h 42m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 3h 7m versus 2h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX181 | 0:55 Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) | 3h10 | 4:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX590 | 10:45 Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) | 3h05 | 13:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 164 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 164 km |
Average bus duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 9:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with National Express for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), 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.
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