The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
12 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Carlisle will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £66.
To travel from Swansea to Carlisle you need to make at least one change.
6:5511h15Swansea18:10Carlisle£661One-way1 change
15:4513h05Swansea4:50Carlisle£661One-way1 change
6:5511h15Swansea18:10Carlisle£661One-way1 change
15:4513h05Swansea4:50Carlisle£661One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 370 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price |
9h 24m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Carlisle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Carlisle coaches for today, Monday 13 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:45 Swansea | 13h05 | 4:50 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 14 April | |||||
![]() | 6:55 Swansea | 11h15 | 18:10 Carlisle | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Swansea to Carlisle by train or coach
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Why should you book Swansea to Carlisle coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Carlisle
Buses from Swansea to Carlisle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 370 km distance in 19h 0m.
Distance 370 km |
Average bus duration 8h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 19h 0m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Swansea to CarlisleYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Carlisle with National Express for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swansea to Carlisle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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