Bus and Coach from Leicester to Carlisle: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Leicester to Carlisle

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

today

£30

tomorrow

Sunday

£23

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

£13

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 35m	20:15	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	04:50	Carlisle	Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 20/03/2026 20:15:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/03/2026 04:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m

Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Carlisle via Nottingham, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  10h 0m
  
  0
  
  08:10
  
  Leicester
  Fosse Park
  
  08:50
  
  Nottingham
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £4
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 08:10:00 to Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 08:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
- National Express
  
  7h 30m
  
  0
  
  10:40
  
  Nottingham
  Broadmarsh Coach Station
  
  18:10
  
  Carlisle
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £18
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 10:40:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	12h 15m	17:40	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	05:55	Carlisle	Coach Station	Economy	£23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 17:40:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 05:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
FlixBus	10h 10m	19:45	Leicester	Fosse Park	05:55	Carlisle	Coach Station	Economy	£23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 19:45:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 05:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
National Express	8h 45m	20:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	04:50	Carlisle	Coach Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 20:05:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/03/2026 04:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
National Express	8h 20m	09:50	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	18:10	Carlisle	Coach Station	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 22/03/2026 09:50:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2026 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	8h 20m	09:50	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	18:10	Carlisle	Coach Station		Economy	£13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 09:50:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/03/2026 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
	National Express	8h 35m	20:15	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	04:50	Carlisle	Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 25/03/2026 20:15:00 to Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/03/2026 04:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Leicester to Carlisle is £12 on 08/04/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Leicester and Carlisle

See here how frequent the connections between Leicester and Carlisle are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Leicester to Carlisle. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Leicester and Carlisle.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 4 coaches from Leicester to Carlisle, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Carlisle, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Leicester to Carlisle

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

Cheapest Bus	£12
Fastest Bus	8h 20m
Earliest Coach	20:15
Latest Coach	20:15
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	277.1 km
Coach Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Leicester to Carlisle

Every day, 2 buses from 2 coach companies leave Leicester for Carlisle: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

£18

Saturday 21/03

Sunday 22/03

£28

Monday 23/03

Tuesday 24/03

Wednesday 25/03

£13

Thursday 26/03

Friday 27/03

£17

Saturday 28/03

Sunday 29/03

£23

Monday 30/03

Tuesday 31/03

Wednesday 01/04

£39

Thursday 02/04

Friday 03/04

£30

Saturday 04/04

£28

Sunday 05/04

£31

Monday 06/04

£29

Tuesday 07/04

£14

Wednesday 08/04

£12

Thursday 09/04

£12

Friday 10/04

£18

Saturday 11/04

£25

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to Carlisle

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

With a price starting from £12, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leicester to Carlisle. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £21.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Carlisle, with £13. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £23.

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

Beloved bus companies from Leicester to Carlisle

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

National Express from Leicester to Carlisle

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

Cheapest Price	£13
Fastest Coach	8h 20m
Earliest Coach	20:15
Last Coach	20:15
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	20/03/2026

All bus stations and stops in Leicester and Carlisle

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

Braunstone

Narborough Road

Fosse Park

Fosse Park Ave

St. Margaret's Bus Station

Gravel St

Charles Street Bus Station

Gravel St 77

Coach Station

Lonsdale St 9A

MacDonalds Coach Station

MacDonalds MacDonalds

Central Station

Wetheral Train Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leicester to Carlisle

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

FAQs about the Leicester to Carlisle bus

How much does a Leicester - Carlisle coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Leicester - Carlisle bus trip is available from £12 and takes 8h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Leicester to Carlisle is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £32. 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 Leicester - Carlisle route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Leicester 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 Leicester take?

The quickest coach from Leicester to Carlisle is provided by National Express and takes 8h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £32. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leicester to Carlisle?

The earliest bus to Carlisle departs from Leicester at 20:15. 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 Leicester to Carlisle?

The latest bus to Carlisle departs from Leicester at 20:15. 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 Leicester - Carlisle route?

Passengers looking to travel from Leicester 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 Leicester and Carlisle?

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester 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 Leicester?

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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Carlisle on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Leicester to Carlisle?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Leicester and to Carlisle

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