How far is Glasgow from Carlisle by coach?

The distance between Carlisle and Glasgow by coach is approximately 85 miles (137 km).

What is the best way to go from Carlisle to Glasgow without a car?

The best way to go from Carlisle to Glasgow without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Carlisle to Glasgow from £6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Carlisle to Glasgow on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:10	Carlisle Bus Station	2h 5m	20:15	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Cheapest
Bus	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 50m	20:20	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:10	Carlisle Bus Station	2h 5m	20:15	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	No tags

Next departures from Carlisle to Glasgow on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:10	Carlisle Bus Station	2h 5m	20:15	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Cheapest
Bus	06:25	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 45m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	1h 55m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 50m	20:20	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	1h 55m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Carlisle to Glasgow on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:40	Carlisle Bus Station	2h 5m	20:45	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Cheapest
Bus	06:25	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 45m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	1h 55m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:00	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	1h 55m	07:55	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 50m	20:20	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Carlisle to Glasgow on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:10	Carlisle Bus Station	2h 5m	20:15	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Cheapest
Bus	06:25	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 45m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	1h 55m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:00	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	1h 55m	07:55	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 50m	20:20	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Carlisle to Glasgow on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:00	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	1h 55m	07:55	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	06:25	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 45m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	1h 55m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:00	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	3h 24m	09:24	Newhouse Hotel Stop	No tags
Bus	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 50m	20:20	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Carlisle to Glasgow on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:10	Carlisle Bus Station	2h 5m	20:15	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Cheapest
Bus	06:25	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 45m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	1h 55m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:00	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	1h 55m	07:55	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 50m	20:20	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Carlisle to Glasgow on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:10	Carlisle Bus Station	2h 5m	20:15	Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn	Cheapest
Bus	06:25	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 45m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	1h 55m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:00	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	1h 55m	07:55	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	1h 50m	20:20	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Carlisle to Glasgow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

85 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £36	Average duration1h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £79	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £15	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Carlisle and Glasgow?

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

Stops in Glasgow

A
Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK
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FlixBus

3.5/511,440 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,731 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29731 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 Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £9

National Express Carlisle Glasgow recent customer reviews

The bus was over 2 hours late and we didn’t receive any information about the delay!

Vera E.

21 October 2023

I booked a ticket for the 4.35 coach. A few days before my journey I received notification that Im on the 4.55 am coach. I called the helpline to explain this, but the queue was too long for me to wait. The day before the journey I received another email, this time stating departure from Carlisle at 4.35. I was very confused. The 4.35 coach declined to take me on board despite me showing the ticket printed after I bought it. They wanted to see the email, but Im not from the UK and had no Internet connection. They even asked me when the ticket was printed, as if it mattered. They were most unhelpful. I told them that I had a flight to catch but they weren't interested. When the 4.55 am coach arrived, the driver told me that my ticket was for the 4.35am coach and not for the 4.55 am coach, but the driver was very nice and took me on board. This was a very bad experience.

Jolanta K.

20 September 2023

Bus was 35 minutes late with no apology or why.

Isobel B.

3 April 2023

Megabus UK

3.5/54,276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Carlisle to Glasgow

How far is Glasgow from Carlisle by coach?
The distance between Carlisle and Glasgow by coach is approximately 85 miles (137 km).
What is the best way to go from Carlisle to Glasgow without a car?
The best way to go from Carlisle to Glasgow without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

23/11

£12

24/11

£8

Today

£8

26/11

£8

27/11

No data

28/11

£8

29/11

£8

30/11

£8

The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Glasgow was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £34 for a bus ticket from Carlisle to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually Megabus UK 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.