Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Edinburgh to Carlisle from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| National Express | 2h 25m | 22:00 | Edinburgh | Central bus station | 00:25 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £11 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 22:00:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| National Express | 2h 25m | 22:00 | Edinburgh | Central bus station | 00:25 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £12 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 22:00:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| National Express | 2h 25m | 22:00 | Edinburgh | Central bus station | 00:25 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £11 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 22:00:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| National Express | 2h 25m | 22:00 | Edinburgh | Central bus station | 00:25 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £11 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 17/12/2025 22:00:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| National Express | 2h 25m | 22:00 | Edinburgh | Central bus station | 00:25 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £11 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 22:00:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 4h 35m | 21:15 | Edinburgh | St Andrew Square | 01:50 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £8 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 21:15:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 01:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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| FlixBus | 4h 30m | 21:20 | Edinburgh | Princes Street | 01:50 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £8 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Princes Street, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 21:20:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 01:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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| FlixBus | 4h 25m | 21:25 | Edinburgh | Haymarket Station | 01:50 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £8 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Haymarket Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 21:25:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 01:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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| National Express | 2h 25m | 22:00 | Edinburgh | Central bus station | 00:25 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £15 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 22:00:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 4h 25m | 21:25 | Edinburgh | Haymarket Station | 01:50 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £10 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Haymarket Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 21:25:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 01:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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| FlixBus | 4h 35m | 21:15 | Edinburgh | St Andrew Square | 01:50 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £11 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 21:15:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 01:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
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| FlixBus | 4h 30m | 21:20 | Edinburgh | Princes Street | 01:50 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £11 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Princes Street, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 21:20:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 01:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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| National Express | 2h 25m | 22:00 | Edinburgh | Central bus station | 00:25 | Carlisle | Coach Station | Economy | £15 |
A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 22:00:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to Carlisle is £8 on 12/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.
Facts about coaches from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Carlisle in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Carlisle starting from £8!
| Cheapest Bus | £8 |
| Fastest Bus | 2h 25m |
| Earliest Coach | 22:00 |
| Latest Coach | 22:00 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 2 Ø |
| Distance | 119.0 km |
| Coach Companies | National Express and FlixBus |
Cheapest coach connections from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Every day, 2 buses from 2 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Carlisle: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 14/12/2025 and for the following days.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
08/12
Tuesday
09/12
Wednesday
10/12
Thursday
11/12
Friday
12/12
Saturday
13/12
Sunday
14/12
£11
Monday
15/12
£12
Tuesday
16/12
£11
Wednesday
17/12
£11
Thursday
18/12
£14
Friday
19/12
£15
Saturday
20/12
£14
Sunday
21/12
£15
Monday
22/12
£22
Tuesday
23/12
Wednesday
24/12
£10
Thursday
25/12
£29
Friday
26/12
Saturday
27/12
£11
Sunday
28/12
£11
Monday
29/12
Tuesday
30/12
£12
Wednesday
31/12
Thursday
01/01
£17
Friday
02/01
£14
Saturday
03/01
Sunday
04/01
How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from Edinburgh to Carlisle in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Edinburgh to Carlisle, 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 Edinburgh to Carlisle are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from Edinburgh to Carlisle
These are the most booked bus companies between Edinburgh to Carlisle from our users.
National Express from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Edinburgh to Carlisle:
| Cheapest Price | £11 |
| Fastest Coach | 2h 25m |
| Earliest Coach | 22:00 |
| Last Coach | 22:00 |
| Daily Connections | 1 Ø |
| Found on | 11/12/2025 |
FlixBus from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Edinburgh to Carlisle:
| Cheapest Price | £8 |
| Fastest Coach | 4h 13m |
| Earliest Coach | 21:15 |
| Last Coach | 21:25 |
| Daily Connections | 3 Ø |
| Found on | 11/12/2025 |
All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Carlisle
The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Edinburgh and Carlisle.
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Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Edinburgh to Carlisle? Or which bus companies serve the route Edinburgh to Carlisle? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Edinburgh to Carlisle bus
How much does a Edinburgh - Carlisle coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh - Carlisle bus trip is available from £8 and takes 4h 35m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to Carlisle?
The connection Edinburgh to Carlisle is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £15. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.
How many connections are available for the Edinburgh - Carlisle route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Carlisle 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 Carlisle from Edinburgh take?
The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Carlisle is provided by National Express and takes 2h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £11. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Carlisle?
The earliest bus to Carlisle departs from Edinburgh at 22:00. 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 Edinburgh to Carlisle?
The latest bus to Carlisle departs from Edinburgh at 22:00. 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 Edinburgh - Carlisle route?
Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh to Carlisle can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Carlisle?
You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and Carlisle 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 and FlixBus.
What can I take with me on the bus to Carlisle from Edinburgh?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Edinburgh Carlisle 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 Edinburgh Carlisle 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 Edinburgh to Carlisle on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to Carlisle
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Carlisle
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh and to Carlisle. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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Popular Airport Transfers to Edinburgh and to Carlisle
