Bus and Coach from Carlisle to Preston: Compare all prices

Which bus from Carlisle to Preston is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Carlisle to Preston. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express, FlixBus or Avanti West Coast. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

from £17

tomorrow

from £18

Thursday

from £18

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

from £18

Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person

FlixBus

8h 20m

0

06:00

Carlisle
Coach Station

14:20

Preston
Coach Station

0

Economy

£17

A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/04/2025 06:00:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/04/2025 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
National Express

2h 25m

0

00:50

Carlisle
Coach Station

03:15

Preston
Coach Station

0

Economy

£18

A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/04/2025 00:50:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/04/2025 03:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

2h 25m

0

00:50

Carlisle
Coach Station

03:15

Preston
Coach Station

0

Economy

£18

A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 23/04/2025 00:50:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/04/2025 03:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

2h 25m

0

00:50

Carlisle
Coach Station

03:15

Preston
Coach Station

0

Economy

£18

A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 24/04/2025 00:50:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/04/2025 03:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

2h 25m

0

00:50

Carlisle
Coach Station

03:15

Preston
Coach Station

0

Economy

£18

A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 00:50:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 03:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
FlixBus

8h 20m

0

06:00

Carlisle
Coach Station

14:20

Preston
Coach Station

0

Economy

£21

A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 06:00:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
Avanti West Coast

2h 40m

0

10:50

Carlisle
Central Station

13:30

Preston
Wyre Street Bus Stop

0

Economy

£22

A Bus from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 10:50:00 to Wyre Street Bus Stop, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 13:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
Avanti West Coast

3h 0m

0

11:45

Carlisle
Central Station

14:45

Preston
Wyre Street Bus Stop

0

Economy

£50

A Bus from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 27/04/2025 11:45:00 to Wyre Street Bus Stop, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 27/04/2025 14:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Carlisle and Preston?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Carlisle to Preston. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Carlisle to Preston. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Carlisle and Preston.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 coaches from Carlisle to Preston, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Carlisle and Preston, with 4 offers.

All facts for Carlisle to Preston bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast that travel daily 2 times by bus from Carlisle to Preston in one click. Book your Carlisle to Preston bus ticket starting from £17!

Cheapest Bus	£17
Fastest Bus	2h 25m
Earliest Coach	00:50
Latest Coach	11:45
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	126.5 km
Coach Companies	National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Carlisle to Preston?

Every day, 2 buses from 3 coach companies leave Carlisle for Preston. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 23/04/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 21/04

Tuesday 22/04

£18

Wednesday 23/04

£18

Thursday 24/04

£18

Friday 25/04

Saturday 26/04

Sunday 27/04

£21

Monday 28/04

Tuesday 29/04

£18

Wednesday 30/04

£18

Thursday 01/05

£18

Friday 02/05

£18

Saturday 03/05

Sunday 04/05

£18

Monday 05/05

£16

Tuesday 06/05

Wednesday 07/05

£18

Thursday 08/05

Friday 09/05

Saturday 10/05

£18

Sunday 11/05

£11

Monday 12/05

£14

Tuesday 13/05

£18

Wednesday 14/05

Thursday 15/05

£18

Friday 16/05

£18

Saturday 17/05

Sunday 18/05

The cheapest time to travel from Carlisle to Preston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Carlisle to Preston, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £17, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Carlisle to Preston. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £18.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Carlisle to Preston, with £17. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £18.

How to save money travelling from Carlisle to Preston

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Carlisle to Preston in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Carlisle to Preston, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Carlisle to Preston are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Carlisle to Preston?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Carlisle to Preston timetable.

National Express from Carlisle to Preston

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Carlisle to Preston:

Cheapest Price	£18
Fastest Coach	2h 25m
Earliest Coach	00:50
Last Coach	00:50
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	15/04/2025

FlixBus from Carlisle to Preston

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Carlisle to Preston:

Cheapest Price	£17
Fastest Coach	8h 20m
Earliest Coach	06:00
Last Coach	06:00
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	18/04/2025

In total 3 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Carlisle and Preston

Here is a map with all coach stations in Carlisle and Preston. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Coach Station

Lonsdale St 9A

MacDonalds Coach Station

MacDonalds MacDonalds

Coach Station

Carlisle St

Bus Station (Stand 27)

Deepdale Stadium

Sir Tom Finney Way

Fulwood

Garstang Rd

Wyre Street Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Carlisle to Preston? Compare all modes of transports from Carlisle to Preston.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Carlisle to Preston

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Carlisle to Preston. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Carlisle to Preston bus

How much does a Carlisle Preston coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Carlisle Preston bus trip is available from £17 and takes 8h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Carlisle to Preston?

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £17 to £50. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Preston.

How many connections are available for the Carlisle Preston route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Carlisle to Preston is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Preston from Carlisle take?

The quickest coach from Carlisle to Preston is provided by National Express and takes 2h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £18. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Carlisle to Preston?

The earliest bus to Preston departs from Carlisle at 00:50. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Carlisle to Preston?

The latest bus to Preston departs from Carlisle at 11:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Carlisle Preston route?

Passengers looking to travel from Carlisle to Preston can travel with National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Preston?

You can check all the direct connections between Carlisle and Preston by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast.

What can I take with me on the bus to Preston from Carlisle?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Carlisle Preston bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Carlisle Preston bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Carlisle to Preston on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Carlisle to Preston

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Carlisle and to Preston

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Carlisle and to Preston. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!