The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wolverhampton to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wolverhampton to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Carlisle will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 1 buses that leave Wolverhampton 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 262 km distance in an average of 10 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 25 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.
19:3010h25Wolverhampton5:55Carlisle£391One-way0 changes
19:3010h25Wolverhampton5:55Carlisle£391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wolverhampton to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 262 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wolverhampton to Carlisle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Carlisle coaches for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:18 Wolverhampton | 7h22 | 18:40 Carlisle | 3 changes | |
![]() | 21:15 Wolverhampton | 7h35 | 4:50 Carlisle | 3 changes | |
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Why should you book Wolverhampton to Carlisle coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of NX West Midlands to find the best option for your trip from Wolverhampton to Carlisle.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wolverhampton to Carlisle.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wolverhampton to Carlisle
Buses from Wolverhampton to Carlisle run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £31 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 262 km distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 262 km |
Average bus duration 10h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: National Express, NX West Midlands from Wolverhampton to CarlisleYou can travel by bus between Wolverhampton to Carlisle with National Express, NX West Midlands for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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NX West Midlands
FAQs: Wolverhampton to Carlisle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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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