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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 TransPennine Express, National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from £8
tomorrow
from £10
Saturday
from £8
Sunday
from £8
Monday
from £16
Tuesday
from £10
Wednesday
from £10

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    4h 30m
    0
    21:20
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    01:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    4h 30m
    0
    21:20
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    01:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    00:25
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    10:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    13:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    4h 30m
    0
    21:20
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    01:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    00:25
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    10:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    13:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 39m
    0
    04:30
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    08:09
    Carlisle
    Wetheral Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £24
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 50m
    0
    04:30
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    07:20
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £44

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    4h 30m
    0
    21:20
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    01:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    00:25
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    10:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    13:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 31m
    0
    09:30
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    13:01
    Carlisle
    Wetheral Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £22
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 21m
    0
    07:40
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    11:01
    Carlisle
    Wetheral Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    £29

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    00:25
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £16
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    10:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    13:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Carlisle via Glasgow, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 30m
      0
      22:20
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      23:30
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      1h 55m
      0
      23:55
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      01:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    00:25
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    10:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    13:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    2h 25m
    0
    22:00
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    00:25
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    10:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    13:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18

Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Carlisle

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Carlisle are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily coaches from Edinburgh to Carlisle. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Carlisle.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 14 coaches from Edinburgh to Carlisle, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Carlisle, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Edinburgh to Carlisle

Compare all providers like TransPennine Express, National Express and FlixBus that travel 4 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 21:20
Latest Coach 22:00
Daily Bus Connections 4 Ø
Distance 119.0 km
Coach Companies TransPennine Express, National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Edinburgh to Carlisle

Every day, 4 buses from 3 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 17/04/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/04
Tuesday 15/04
Wednesday 16/04
Thursday 17/04
£8
Friday 18/04
£12
Saturday 19/04
£12
Sunday 20/04
£12
Monday 21/04
£16
Tuesday 22/04
£10
Wednesday 23/04
£10
Thursday 24/04
£10
Friday 25/04
£10
Saturday 26/04
£11
Sunday 27/04
£10
Monday 28/04
Tuesday 29/04
£9
Wednesday 30/04
£10
Thursday 01/05
Friday 02/05
£10
Saturday 03/05
£10
Sunday 04/05
£8
Monday 05/05
£11
Tuesday 06/05
£10
Wednesday 07/05
£10
Thursday 08/05
£10
Friday 09/05
Saturday 10/05
£10
Sunday 11/05

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Carlisle

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Carlisle, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £8, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to Carlisle. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Carlisle, with £8. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £44.

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.

FlixBus from Edinburgh to Carlisle

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £8
Fastest Coach 4h 30m
Earliest Coach 21:20
Last Coach 21:20
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 09/04/2025

National Express from Edinburgh to Carlisle

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £10
Fastest Coach 2h 25m
Earliest Coach 10:10
Last Coach 22:00
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 16/04/2025

TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Carlisle

TransPennine Express

Here you will find the key facts about the TransPennine Express bus route Edinburgh to Carlisle:

Cheapest Price £22
Fastest Coach 2h 50m
Earliest Coach 04:30
Last Coach 12:30
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 09/04/2025

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.

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 Edinburgh to Carlisle? Compare all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Carlisle.

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 30m. 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 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £44. 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 4 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 £12. 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 21:20. 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 TransPennine Express, 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: TransPennine Express, 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
Economy

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

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