Bus Tickets from Edinburgh to Carlisle

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 11 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Carlisle
    Destination location: Carlisle Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 11 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Carlisle
    Destination location: Carlisle Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 11 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: 114233
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Carlisle
    Destination location: Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 11 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Edinburgh Haymarket Station South (Stop HH)
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Carlisle
    Destination location: Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 11 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Edinburgh Princess Street (Stop PU)
    Arrival time: July 12 at
    Destination city: Carlisle
    Destination location: Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Carlisle.

Bus
Average Price$12 - $49Average Duration4h 19m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$16 - $166Average Duration1h 19m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average Price$8 - $18Average Duration2h 10m
5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Edinburgh to Carlisle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 10mAverage Duration
$8Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Edinburgh to Carlisle: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$15
Average bus trip duration4h 19m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure9:20pm
Distance74 miles (119 km)
Latest bus departure10:00pm

Edinburgh to Carlisle Bus

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Bus service from Edinburgh to Carlisle will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Edinburgh to Carlisle, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Edinburgh - Carlisle

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07/07
$19
07/08
$19
Today
$15
07/10
No data
07/11
$15
07/12
$15
07/13
$15
07/14
$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Carlisle was searched and found on Jul 14, 2025 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $26 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-07-14.

Usually National Express, Flixbus (GB) 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Edinburgh to Carlisle but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Edinburgh to Carlisle, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Edinburgh to Carlisle that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Edinburgh to Carlisle while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Bus from Edinburgh to Carlisle

You can also go to Carlisle by train

Train from Edinburgh to Carlisle

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