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Which bus from Bradford to Carlisle is the best?

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

today
£30
tomorrow
£30
Thursday
£30
Friday
£30
Saturday
£32
Sunday
£30
Monday
£30

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 30m 11:40 Bradford Interchange 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 17%
      5h 25m
      Bradford
      14 km
      23:25
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      04:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Manchester, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 5m
      0
      23:45
      Bradford
      Interchange
      00:33
      Manchester
      Miles Platting
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 1h 2m
    • National Express
      3h 15m
      0
      01:35
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      04:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £18
    Travel Time is 1h 25m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 30m 11:40 Bradford Interchange 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 17%
      5h 25m
      Bradford
      14 km
      23:25
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      04:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Manchester, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 5m
      0
      23:45
      Bradford
      Interchange
      00:33
      Manchester
      Miles Platting
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 1h 2m
    • National Express
      3h 15m
      0
      01:35
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      04:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £18
    Travel Time is 1h 25m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 30m 11:40 Bradford Interchange 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 17%
      5h 25m
      Bradford
      14 km
      23:25
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      04:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Aireline
      7h 4m
      0
      22:51
      Bradford
      Harrogate Road Holybrook Ave
      23:06
      Leeds
      Kirkstall Lights
      0
      Aireline
      Economy
      £3
      • Waiting Time 4h 4m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 0h 34m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 0m 11:40 Bradford Interchange 18:40 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £4? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 13%
      5h 25m
      Bradford
      14 km
      23:25
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      04:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Aireline
      7h 4m
      0
      22:51
      Bradford
      Harrogate Road Holybrook Ave
      23:06
      Leeds
      Kirkstall Lights
      0
      Aireline
      Economy
      £3
      • Waiting Time 4h 4m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 0h 4m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 30m 11:40 Bradford Interchange 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £23? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 72%
      2h 45m
      Bradford
      14 km
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Aireline
      7h 4m
      0
      22:51
      Bradford
      Harrogate Road Holybrook Ave
      23:06
      Leeds
      Kirkstall Lights
      0
      Aireline
      Economy
      £3
      • Waiting Time 4h 4m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 0h 34m longer, but you will save £20

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 30m 11:40 Bradford Interchange 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £4? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 13%
      5h 25m
      Bradford
      14 km
      23:25
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      04:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Aireline
      8h 4m
      0
      21:51
      Bradford
      Harrogate Road Holybrook Ave
      22:12
      Leeds
      Willow Road Coach Station
      0
      Aireline
      Economy
      £3
      • Waiting Time 4h 58m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 1h 34m longer, but you will save £19

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 30m 11:40 Bradford Interchange 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 17%
      5h 25m
      Bradford
      14 km
      23:25
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      04:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bradford to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Aireline
      8h 4m
      0
      21:51
      Bradford
      Harrogate Road Holybrook Ave
      22:12
      Leeds
      Willow Road Coach Station
      0
      Aireline
      Economy
      £3
      • Waiting Time 4h 58m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 1h 34m longer, but you will save £19

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bradford to Carlisle is £30 on 16/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


All facts for Bradford to Carlisle bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 1 times by bus from Bradford to Carlisle in one click. Book your Bradford to Carlisle bus ticket starting from £30!

Cheapest Bus £30
Fastest Bus 6h 30m
Earliest Coach 11:40
Latest Coach 11:40
Daily Bus Connections 1 Ø
Distance 143.7 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bradford to Carlisle?

Every day, 1 buses from 1 coach companies leave Bradford for Carlisle. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/06/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
£30
Wednesday 17/06
£30
Thursday 18/06
£30
Friday 19/06
£30
Saturday 20/06
£32
Sunday 21/06
£30
Monday 22/06
£30
Tuesday 23/06
£30
Wednesday 24/06
£30
Thursday 25/06
£30
Friday 26/06
£30
Saturday 27/06
£30
Sunday 28/06
Monday 29/06
Tuesday 30/06
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 02/07
Friday 03/07
Saturday 04/07
Sunday 05/07
Monday 06/07
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 08/07
Thursday 09/07
Friday 10/07
£30
Saturday 11/07
£30
Sunday 12/07

How to save money travelling from Bradford to Carlisle

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 Bradford 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 coach from Bradford 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 Bradford to Carlisle 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 Bradford to Carlisle?

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

National Express from Bradford to Carlisle

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £30
Fastest Coach 6h 30m
Earliest Coach 11:40
Last Coach 11:40
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 23/05/2026
In total 1 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 Bradford and Carlisle

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

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bradford to Carlisle. 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 Bradford to Carlisle bus

How much does a Bradford Carlisle coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bradford Carlisle bus trip is available from £30 and takes 6h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £30 to £32. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Carlisle.

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

Each day, the bus route from Bradford to Carlisle is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Carlisle from Bradford take?

The quickest coach from Bradford to Carlisle is provided by National Express and takes 6h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £30. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bradford to Carlisle?

The earliest bus to Carlisle departs from Bradford at 11:40. 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 Bradford to Carlisle?

The latest bus to Carlisle departs from Bradford at 11:40. 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 Bradford Carlisle route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bradford to Carlisle can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bradford and Carlisle?

You can check all the direct connections between Bradford 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.

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

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 Bradford 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 Bradford 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 Bradford to Carlisle on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Bradford to Carlisle?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 1 daily trips between Bradford and Carlisle. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bradford to Carlisle?

Prices and availability for 1 trips between Bradford and Carlisle change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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