Bus from Carlisle to Edinburgh: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Carlisle to Edinburgh on November 30
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Drum Brae
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Ratho Station, Opp Lochend Road
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Carlisle Bus Station
Bus Station
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Bus Station
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Carlisle Bus Station
Bus Station
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Next departures for Carlisle to Edinburgh on December 1
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Bus Station
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Drum Brae
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Edinburgh Haymarket Station North (Stop HB)
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Edinburgh Princess Street (Stop PF)
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Edinburgh Zoo North (Stop 1)
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Next departures for Carlisle to Edinburgh on December 2
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Bus Station
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Drum Brae
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Carlisle Bus Station
Bus Station
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Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
Edinburgh Haymarket Station North (Stop HB)
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Carlisle Bus Station
Bus Station
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Compare 3 ways to go from Carlisle to Edinburgh
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11449 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $19
Based on 29735 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $37
National Express Carlisle Edinburgh recent customer reviews
National express were fine , the trip home which was supposed to be by train was replaced by a bus
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carlisle to Edinburgh by bus
What is the travel distance from Carlisle to Edinburgh?
It's about 119 km (74 miles) from Carlisle to Edinburgh.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Carlisle to Edinburgh?
Buses departing from Carlisle Bus Station in Carlisle will take you to Bus Station in Edinburgh.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-24
$14
11-25
$14
Today
$35
11-27
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11-28
$13
11-29
$14
11-30
$23
12-01
$14
The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $13
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carlisle to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $58 for a bus ticket from Carlisle to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-28.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $13
