Coach Carlisle to Leeds from £11

Which bus from Carlisle to Leeds is the best?

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

today

£11

tomorrow

£32

Sunday

Monday

£29

Tuesday

Wednesday

£29

Thursday

£27

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	2h 45m	01:55	Carlisle	Coach Station	04:40	Leeds	Bus Station	Economy	£11	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 01:55:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 04:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
National Express	7h 30m	00:50	Carlisle	Coach Station	08:20	Leeds	Bus Station	Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 00:50:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	5h 55m	10:45	Carlisle	Coach Station	16:40	Leeds	Bus Station	Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 10:45:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 16:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 30m	00:50	Carlisle	Coach Station	08:20	Leeds	Bus Station	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 00:50:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
National Express	5h 55m	10:45	Carlisle	Coach Station	16:40	Leeds	Bus Station	Economy	£33	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 10:45:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 16:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
megabus	9h 5m	06:25	Carlisle	MacDonalds Coach Station	15:30	Leeds	Bus Station	Economy	£35	A Bus from megabus goes from MacDonalds Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 06:25:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 15:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
megabus	8h 50m	18:30	Carlisle	MacDonalds Coach Station	03:20	Leeds	Bus Station	Economy	£35	A Bus from megabus goes from MacDonalds Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 18:30:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 03:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	7h 30m	00:50	Carlisle	Coach Station	08:20	Leeds	Bus Station		Economy	£29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 00:50:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
	National Express	5h 55m	10:45	Carlisle	Coach Station	16:40	Leeds	Bus Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 10:45:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 16:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	7h 30m	00:50	Carlisle	Coach Station	08:20	Leeds	Bus Station		Economy	£29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 00:50:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
	National Express	5h 55m	10:45	Carlisle	Coach Station	16:40	Leeds	Bus Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 10:45:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 16:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	7h 30m	00:50	Carlisle	Coach Station	08:20	Leeds	Bus Station		Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 00:50:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
	National Express	5h 55m	10:45	Carlisle	Coach Station	16:40	Leeds	Bus Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 10:45:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 16:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Carlisle to Leeds is £11 on 05/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

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

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

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Carlisle to Leeds. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Carlisle and Leeds.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 6 coaches from Carlisle to Leeds, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Carlisle and Leeds, with 1 offers.

All facts for Carlisle to Leeds bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express, megabus and FlixBus that travel daily 2 times by bus from Carlisle to Leeds in one click. Book your Carlisle to Leeds bus ticket starting from £11!

Cheapest Bus	£11
Fastest Bus	2h 45m
Earliest Coach	00:50
Latest Coach	10:45
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	150.9 km
Coach Companies	National Express, megabus and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Carlisle to Leeds?

Every day, 2 buses from 3 coach companies leave Carlisle for Leeds. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

£31

Saturday 06/12

£32

Sunday 07/12

Monday 08/12

£29

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

£29

Thursday 11/12

£27

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

£12

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Carlisle to Leeds

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

With a price starting from £11, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Carlisle to Leeds. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £29.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Carlisle to Leeds, with £11. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £34.

How to save money travelling from Carlisle to Leeds

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 Leeds 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 Leeds, 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 Leeds are also emptier.

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

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

National Express from Carlisle to Leeds

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

Cheapest Price	£27
Fastest Coach	5h 55m
Earliest Coach	00:50
Last Coach	10:45
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	03/12/2025

FlixBus from Carlisle to Leeds

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

Cheapest Price	£11
Fastest Coach	2h 45m
Earliest Coach	01:55
Last Coach	01:55
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	26/11/2025

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 Leeds

Here is a map with all coach stations in Carlisle and Leeds. 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

Bus Station

York Street

Seacroft The Green

Kirkgate

Great Wilson Street

Great Wilson St

Headingley

Otley Rd

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

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

How much does a Carlisle Leeds coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Carlisle Leeds bus trip is available from £11 and takes 2h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £35. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Leeds.

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

Each day, the bus route from Carlisle to Leeds 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 Leeds from Carlisle take?

The quickest coach from Carlisle to Leeds is provided by FlixBus and takes 2h 45m. 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 Carlisle to Leeds?

The earliest bus to Leeds 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 Leeds?

The latest bus to Leeds departs from Carlisle at 10:45. 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 Leeds route?

Passengers looking to travel from Carlisle to Leeds can travel with National Express, megabus 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 Carlisle and Leeds?

You can check all the direct connections between Carlisle and Leeds 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, megabus and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Carlisle and to Leeds

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