Bus from Carlisle to London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Carlisle to London on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Carlisle Bus Station
    		Victoria Coach StationCheapestFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Carlisle Bus Station
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
      MegabusBus
        		Carlisle Parkhouse Rd
        		Finchley RoadNo tags
        National ExpressBus
          		Carlisle Bus Station
          		Victoria Coach StationNo tags

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          Compare 3 ways to go from Carlisle to London

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          6h 30mAverage Duration
          421 kmDistance
          18kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average Price$29 - $162Average Duration8h 35m
          11kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average Price$76 - $629Average Duration3h 57m
          10kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average Price$69 - $77Average Duration6h 30m
          18kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carlisle to London by bus

          Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Carlisle to London?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Carlisle to London start from $29. The average price for this route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus ride from Carlisle to London?

            The average bus travel time from Carlisle to London is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 422 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by National Express.

          3. Which bus companies service the Carlisle to London route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus.

          4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Carlisle to London?

            The earliest bus departs from Carlisle to London at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 12:40pm.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carlisle to London?

            A bus trip from Carlisle to London generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. What is the best bus company from Carlisle to London?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.

          7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carlisle to London?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

          8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Carlisle to London?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Carlisle to London?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

          Best price found
          11-25
          $32
          11-26
          $32
          Today
          $42
          11-28
          $54
          11-29
          $36
          11-30
          $47
          12-01
          $36
          12-02
          $32
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carlisle to London was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $32

          To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carlisle to London, as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from $32 to $122 for a bus ticket from Carlisle to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-12-02.

          Usually FlixBus 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.

          What's the cheapest way to go from Carlisle to London?

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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