The cheapest and fastest coaches from Carlisle to York
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
7 h 56 m
Average duration
7 h 56 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Carlisle to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to York will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 1 buses that leave Carlisle for York 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 159 km distance in an average of 7 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 56 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 56 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.
10:457h56Carlisle18:41York£391One-way0 changes
10:457h56Carlisle18:41York£391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlisle to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a coach costs an average of £35.
Distance: 159 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£47 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Carlisle to York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to York coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:45 Carlisle | 7h56 | 18:41 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carlisle to York
Buses from Carlisle to York run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £23 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 21:12. The fastest coach covers the 159 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 159 km |
Average bus duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 18m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 21:12 |
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Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Carlisle to York coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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