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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Carlisle will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Edinburgh for Carlisle 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 119 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. 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 coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 119 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Carlisle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Carlisle coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h35 | 01:50 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:20 Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PE-PU) | 4h30 | 01:50 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:25 Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH) | 4h25 | 01:50 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:31 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h19 | 01:50 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| NX594 | 22:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h25 | 00:25 Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Carlisle
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Buses from Edinburgh to Carlisle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:50, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 119 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 119 km |
Average bus duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 03:50 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Borders Buses from Edinburgh to CarlisleYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Carlisle with National Express, FlixBus, Borders Buses for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Carlisle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Carlisle, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Carlisle
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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