4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Carlisle will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 4 buses that leave Glasgow for Carlisle every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 136 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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 coach and train for Glasgow to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 136 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m 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
Glasgow to Carlisle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Carlisle coaches for today, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX590 | Delayed 20:45 08:40Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2h05 | 18:40 18:40Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX595 | 21:45 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h50 | 23:35 Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX181 | 23:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h55 | 00:55 Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 1h55 | 01:50 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 14 February | |||||
| NX590 | 08:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 2h05 | 10:45 Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Carlisle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Carlisle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 136 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 136 km |
Average bus duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 03:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Glasgow to CarlisleYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Carlisle with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Glasgow to Carlisle
Reliable buses from Glasgow to Carlisle are provided by operators including National Express and Megabus. The average journey time for direct bus services is approximately 1 hour 50 minutes, although some services in the evenings may be longer. Buses from Glasgow to Carlisle begin running early in the morning and continue late into the evening. Buses depart from Buchanan Bus Station in Glasgow and arrive at Carlisle Bus Station. Passengers can look forward to comfortable travel aboard their bus of choice, with complimentary WiFi and onboard toilets.
FAQs: Glasgow to Carlisle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- 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.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- 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 Glasgow and Carlisle
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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