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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Carlisle Bus Station | Coach Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Carlisle Bus Station | Coach Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Carlisle (Halston Hotel) | Great Charles Street Queensway | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Carlisle Bus Station | Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Carlisle to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Carlisle and Birmingham?
Stops in Carlisle
Stops in Birmingham
- AMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- C1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Carlisle to Birmingham
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Carlisle to Birmingham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Carlisle to Birmingham start from £12. The average price for this route is around £26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Carlisle to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Carlisle to Birmingham is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 172 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Carlisle to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Megabus UK, National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carlisle to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Carlisle to Birmingham at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 12:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carlisle to Birmingham?
A bus journey from Carlisle to Birmingham produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Carlisle to Birmingham?
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 29858 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Carlisle to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Carlisle to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Carlisle to Birmingham?
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.
The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Birmingham was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of £10To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carlisle to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £10 to £42 for a bus ticket from Carlisle to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2026-01-24.
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.
