How much does a bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Carlisle cost?

The bus ticket price from Manchester Airport to Carlisle starts at £17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester Airport to Carlisle is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Manchester Airport to Carlisle?

The average travel time between Manchester Airport and Carlisle is around , although the fastest bus will take about 2h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 102 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Manchester Airport and Carlisle?

The number of buses from Manchester Airport to Carlisle can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Manchester Airport to Carlisle by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Manchester Airport to Carlisle?

When taking the bus from Manchester Airport to Carlisle, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, National Express, Megabus UK.

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Next departures

Next departures from Manchester to Carlisle on 19 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	5h 15m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
17:04	Manchester Airport	2h 11m	19:15	Carlisle	Fastest
23:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	5h 15m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
16:04	Manchester Airport	2h 12m	18:16	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Carlisle on 20 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
07:04	Manchester Airport	2h 8m	09:12	Carlisle	Fastest
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
07:04	Manchester Airport	2h 8m	09:12	Carlisle	No tags
14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 50m	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Carlisle on 21 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
07:04	Manchester Airport	2h 8m	09:12	Carlisle	Fastest
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
07:04	Manchester Airport	2h 8m	09:12	Carlisle	No tags
14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 50m	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Carlisle on 22 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
07:04	Manchester Airport	2h 8m	09:12	Carlisle	Fastest
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
07:04	Manchester Airport	2h 8m	09:12	Carlisle	No tags
14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 50m	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Carlisle on 23 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
13:13	Manchester Airport	2h 4m	15:17	Carlisle	Fastest
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
09:05	Manchester Airport	2h 27m	11:32	Carlisle	No tags
14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 50m	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Carlisle on 24 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
07:04	Manchester Airport	2h 8m	09:12	Carlisle	Fastest
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
07:04	Manchester Airport	2h 8m	09:12	Carlisle	No tags
14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 50m	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Carlisle on 25 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 50m	18:30	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	Fastest
00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
23:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	5h 15m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
23:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	5h 15m	04:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 09:40 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester Airport to Carlisle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

2h 10mAverage duration

109 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£22 - £45	Average duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £131	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Official partners

National Express

4/529,718 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29718 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 £13

National Express Manchester Carlisle recent customer reviews

1. Toilet in a poor condition and older people need them more than others 2. The coach was not very clean. 3. I would only consider using again if other options were not available.

Richard A.

13 December 2023

Very convenient service as they seem to operate 24 hours daily.

Karl S.

9 December 2021

Very good service provided

Christopher J.

21 March 2019

Megabus UK

3.5/54,274 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Carlisle

How much does a bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Carlisle cost?
The bus ticket price from Manchester Airport to Carlisle starts at £17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester Airport to Carlisle is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Manchester Airport to Carlisle?
The average travel time between Manchester Airport and Carlisle is around , although the fastest bus will take about 2h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 102 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Manchester Airport and Carlisle?
The number of buses from Manchester Airport to Carlisle can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Manchester Airport to Carlisle by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Manchester Airport to Carlisle?
When taking the bus from Manchester Airport to Carlisle, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, National Express, Megabus UK.