Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Farraline Park Bus Station | Carlisle (Halston Hotel) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Farraline Park Bus Station | Carlisle (Halston Hotel) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Farraline Park Bus Station | Carlisle Parkhouse Rd | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Farraline Park Bus Station | Carlisle Parkhouse Rd | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Farraline Park Bus Station | Carlisle Parkhouse Rd | No tags |
Get from Inverness to Carlisle
The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Inverness and Carlisle?
Stops in Carlisle
- A
Carlisle Bus Station
15-17 Lonsdale St, Carlisle CA1, UK - B
Court Square
The Griffin, Court Square, Carlisle CA1 1QX, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Inverness to Carlisle by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Inverness to Carlisle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Inverness to Carlisle start from $49. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Inverness to Carlisle?
The average bus travel time from Inverness to Carlisle is 9h, covering a distance of 299 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Inverness to Carlisle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Inverness to Carlisle?
The earliest bus departs from Inverness to Carlisle at 4:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Inverness to Carlisle?
A bus trip from Inverness to Carlisle generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Inverness to Carlisle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4290 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Inverness to Carlisle?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Inverness to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Inverness to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Inverness to Carlisle was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $55To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Inverness to Carlisle, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $55 to $55 for a bus ticket from Inverness to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-28.
