The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cheltenham to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
16 h 20 m
Average duration
16 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
338 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cheltenham to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Carlisle will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £59.
To travel from Cheltenham to Carlisle you need to make at least one change.
2:2016h20Cheltenham18:40Carlisle£591One-way1 change
2:2016h20Cheltenham18:40Carlisle£591One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cheltenham to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £104.
Distance: 338 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £104 Average Price |
14h 45m Average total duration 14h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cheltenham to Carlisle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Carlisle coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:20 Cheltenham | 16h20 | 18:40 Carlisle | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cheltenham to Carlisle
Buses from Cheltenham to Carlisle run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 19:10. The fastest coach covers the 338 km distance in 14h 15m.
Distance 338 km |
Average bus duration 14h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 15m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 19:10 |
FAQs: Cheltenham to Carlisle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Carlisle 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 Carlisle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Carlisle
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station)
- The Coffee House (0.2 km)
- The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 94, 94U, 97, 98
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