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Compare all timetables for the bus from Leeds to Carlisle

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Leeds to Carlisle from various bus operators like National Express, FlixBus or megabus for the next days.

today
£12
tomorrow
Monday
£27
Tuesday
£26
Wednesday
Thursday
£27
Friday
£14

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 45m 03:10 Leeds Bus Station 05:55 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 5h 55m 12:15 Leeds Bus Station 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £32
National Express 5h 35m 23:15 Leeds Bus Station 04:50 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £33
megabus 11h 0m 13:55 Leeds Bus Station 00:55 Carlisle MacDonalds Coach Station  Economy £36

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 35m 23:15 Leeds Bus Station 04:50 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 5h 55m 12:15 Leeds Bus Station 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Carlisle via Bradford, you can save more than £14? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 52%
      6h 40m
      Leeds
      14 km
      23:15
      Bradford
      Interchange
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Carlisle via Penrith, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:15
      Penrith
      Train Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 35m
      0
      05:20
      Penrith
      Train Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 2h 50m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 35m 23:15 Leeds Bus Station 04:50 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 5h 55m 12:15 Leeds Bus Station 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Carlisle via Bradford, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      5h 5m
      Leeds
      14 km
      23:45
      Bradford
      Interchange
      04:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Carlisle via Penrith, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:15
      Penrith
      Train Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 35m
      0
      05:20
      Penrith
      Train Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 2h 50m shorter, and you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 35m 23:15 Leeds Bus Station 04:50 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 5h 55m 12:15 Leeds Bus Station 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Carlisle via Bradford, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      5h 5m
      Leeds
      14 km
      23:45
      Bradford
      Interchange
      04:50
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leeds to Carlisle via Penrith, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:15
      Penrith
      Train Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      0h 35m
      0
      05:20
      Penrith
      Train Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel Time is 2h 50m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 45m 03:10 Leeds Bus Station 05:55 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 6h 25m 12:15 Leeds Bus Station 18:40 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £31
National Express 5h 35m 23:15 Leeds Bus Station 04:50 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £32

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Leeds to Carlisle is £12 on 13/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Leeds and Carlisle

See here how frequent the connections between Leeds and Carlisle are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Leeds to Carlisle. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Leeds and Carlisle.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 coaches from Leeds to Carlisle, while Night sees the fewest connections between Leeds and Carlisle, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Leeds to Carlisle

Compare all providers like National Express, FlixBus and megabus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Leeds to Carlisle in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leeds to Carlisle starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus £12
Fastest Bus 2h 45m
Earliest Coach 03:10
Latest Coach 23:15
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 150.9 km
Coach Companies National Express, FlixBus and megabus

Cheapest coach connections from Leeds to Carlisle

Every day, 2 buses from 3 coach companies leave Leeds for Carlisle: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 13/12/2025 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
£32
Sunday 14/12
Monday 15/12
£27
Tuesday 16/12
£26
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
£27
Friday 19/12
£14
Saturday 20/12
Sunday 21/12
£31
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
Sunday 28/12
Monday 29/12
Tuesday 30/12
Wednesday 31/12
£29
Thursday 01/01
Friday 02/01
Saturday 03/01
Sunday 04/01

The cheapest time to travel from Leeds to Carlisle

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leeds to Carlisle, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £12, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leeds to Carlisle. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £27.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leeds to Carlisle, with £12. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.

How to save money travelling from Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Carlisle are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Leeds to Carlisle

These are the most booked bus companies between Leeds to Carlisle from our users.

FlixBus from Leeds to Carlisle

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 2h 45m
Earliest Coach 03:10
Last Coach 03:10
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 11/12/2025

National Express from Leeds to Carlisle

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £26
Fastest Coach 5h 35m
Earliest Coach 12:15
Last Coach 23:15
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 10/12/2025

megabus from Leeds to Carlisle

megabus

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

Cheapest Price £36
Fastest Coach 11h 0m
Earliest Coach 13:55
Last Coach 13:55
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 08/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Leeds and Carlisle

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Leeds and Carlisle.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leeds to Carlisle

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Leeds to Carlisle? Or which bus companies serve the route Leeds to Carlisle? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Leeds to Carlisle bus

How much does a Leeds - Carlisle coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Leeds - Carlisle bus trip is available from £12 and takes 2h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Leeds to Carlisle is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £36. 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 Leeds - Carlisle route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Leeds 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 Leeds take?

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

The earliest bus to Carlisle departs from Leeds at 03:10. 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 Leeds to Carlisle?

The latest bus to Carlisle departs from Leeds at 23:15. 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 Leeds - Carlisle route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Carlisle?

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

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

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 Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Carlisle on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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