What is the distance between Heathrow and Carlisle?

The distance between the two cities is 258 miles (416 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heathrow to Carlisle?

If you're headed to Carlisle from Heathrow, chances are that your bus will depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive at Carlisle Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Heathrow to Carlisle from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Heathrow to Carlisle on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30am	Heathrow T2 & T3	9h 10m	6:40pm	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Heathrow T2 & T3	9h 10m	6:40pm	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Heathrow T2 & T3	8h 40m	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:10pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	6h 15m	4:25am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	13h 26m	1:25pm	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Heathrow to Carlisle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 40mAverage Duration

258 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $79	Average Duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$53 - $53	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29715 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $41

National Express Heathrow Carlisle recent customer reviews

the service had an important delay. The bus smelt very bad as a toilette

Hector Fernando G.

October 5, 2019

Great staff

Surinder Pal M.

November 22, 2017

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Where are the popular stops in Heathrow and Carlisle?

Stops in Heathrow

A - London Heathrow Airport

B - Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central

C - Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4

D - Comfort Hotel

E - EasyHotel

F - Novotel Hotel

Stops in Carlisle

A - Carlisle Bus Station

B - Court Square

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Heathrow to Carlisle by bus

What is the distance between Heathrow and Carlisle?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heathrow to Carlisle?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Carlisle was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $44

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

You can expect to pay from $44 to $92 for a bus ticket from Heathrow to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually National Express 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.