Longford to Carlisle bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Longford to Carlisle

Showing times and prices for 10 Nov

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£35

Fastest journey

8 h 40 m

Average duration

9 h 20 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

414 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Longford to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Longford to Carlisle will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Longford for Carlisle every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 414 km distance in an average of 9 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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.

National Express
08:308h40
Longford
17:10Carlisle
£241One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
19:259h30
Longford
04:55Carlisle
£401One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
19:059h50
Longford
04:55Carlisle
£421One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Longford to Carlisle

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Longford to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £156.

Distance: 414 km

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£41

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Cheapest

£66

Average Price

£156

Average Price

7h 37m

Average total duration

7h 7m

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30m

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4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

7h 5m

Average total duration

6h 35m

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30m

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Live departures

Longford to Carlisle bus times

The table below shows live departures for Longford to Carlisle coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus19:05 Longford
9h50
04:55 Carlisle0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus19:15 Longford
9h40
04:55 Carlisle0 changesdirect
national_express21:10 Longford
6h15
03:25 Carlisle0 changesdirect
Monday 10 November
national_express08:30 Longford
8h40
17:10 Carlisle0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Longford to Carlisle

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Buses from Longford to Carlisle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 414 km distance in 6h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
414 km
Average bus duration
7h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
6h 15m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Longford to CarlisleYou can travel by bus between Longford to Carlisle with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 15m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Longford to Carlisle coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Longford to Carlisle can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Longford to Carlisle is £42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Longford to Carlisle is 13 h 20 min   to travel the 257 mile long journey, with around there are 5 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Longford to Carlisle leaves at 00: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Longford to Carlisle leaves at 23: 45.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Longford to Carlisle without having to change trains with National Express. There is 1 direct coach from Longford to Carlisle each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the journey from Longford to Carlisle you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Longford to Carlisle on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street), located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Longford to Carlisle by coach is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Carlisle from Longford including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Longford to Carlisle has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Longford to Carlisle.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Longford to Carlisle.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Longford to Carlisle, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Longford to Carlisle.
    No, luggage for the coach from Longford to Carlisle needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Longford to Carlisle.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Longford to Carlisle.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Longford to Carlisle.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Longford to Carlisle.

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