Bus from Carlisle to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Carlisle to London on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Carlisle Bus Station
    		Victoria Coach StationCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
    		London Finchley Road (Stop CL)Fastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Carlisle Bus Station
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
      		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
      MegabusBus
        		Carlisle Parkhouse Rd
        		Finchley RoadNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:47 GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        6h 30mAverage duration
        261 milesDistance
        18kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£16 - £87Average duration8h 35m
        11kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£41 - £339Average duration3h 57m
        10kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£37 - £42Average duration6h 30m
        18kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Carlisle to London

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

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

          The cheapest coach tickets from Carlisle to London start from £16. The average price for this route is around £25. 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 journey from Carlisle to London?

          The average bus journey time from Carlisle to London is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 262 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carlisle to London?

          The earliest bus departs from Carlisle to London at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 12:40.

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

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

        6. Which 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 29741 reviews.

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

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

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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
        28/11
        £29
        29/11
        £19
        Today
        £32
        01/12
        £19
        02/12
        £18
        03/12
        £18
        04/12
        £18
        05/12
        £19
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carlisle to London was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £18

        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 £18 to £84 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 £18, which is on 2025-12-02.

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

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