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16:4513h10Swindon5:55Carlisle£261One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Swindon to Carlisle
The cheapest option from Swindon to Carlisle is coach, with an average price of £28. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Carlisle among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 379 km
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£28 Average Price Cheapest option | £124 Average Price | £67 Average Price |
11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swindon to Carlisle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Carlisle coaches for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 20:35 Swindon | 9h20 | 5:55 Carlisle | 3 changes | |
| 20:35 Swindon | 9h20 | 5:55 Carlisle | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Swindon to Carlisle by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swindon to Carlisle
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Typically, there are 5 buses per day from Swindon to Carlisle, including direct buses, taking around 10h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 379 km distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 379 km |
Average bus duration 10h 45m |
Lowest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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Bus providers: National Express from Swindon to CarlisleYou can travel by bus between Swindon to Carlisle with National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swindon to Carlisle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Carlisle
Most Swindon to Carlisle buses use the Swindon, Queen's Drive to Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) station pair, with some services arriving at Carlisle. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Carlisle bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Swindon, Queen's Drive from Swindon city centre
Getting to Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close) from Swindon city centre
Getting to Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street) from Carlisle city centre
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
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