Bus tickets Nottingham to Carlisle from £23

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Nottingham to Carlisle from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from £26
tomorrow
Tuesday
from £26
Wednesday
from £23
Thursday
Friday
from £29
Saturday
from £27

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    10:40
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    18:10
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    15:30
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    05:55
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    13h 25m
    0
    16:30
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    05:55
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    04:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 45m
      0
      21:10
      Nottingham
      Central Station
      22:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    10:40
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    18:10
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    9h 25m
    0
    19:25
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    04:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 45m
      0
      21:10
      Nottingham
      Central Station
      22:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 25m
    0
    19:25
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    04:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    10:40
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    18:10
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 40m
      0
      01:15
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      02:50
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 2h 50m shorter, and you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 25m
    0
    19:25
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    04:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    10:40
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    18:40
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 40m
      0
      01:15
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      02:50
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 3h 20m shorter, and you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    04:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    7h 30m
    0
    10:40
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    18:10
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Carlisle via Leeds, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 45m
      0
      21:10
      Nottingham
      Central Station
      22:45
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 4h 25m
    • FlixBus
      2h 45m
      0
      03:10
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      05:55
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save £14

Frequency of bus connections between Nottingham and Carlisle

See here how frequent the connections between Nottingham and Carlisle are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Nottingham to Carlisle. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Nottingham and Carlisle.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 5 coaches from Nottingham to Carlisle, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Nottingham and Carlisle, with 2 offers.

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Facts about coaches from Nottingham to Carlisle

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Nottingham to Carlisle in one click! Book your bus ticket from Nottingham to Carlisle starting from £23!

Cheapest Bus £23
Fastest Bus 7h 30m
Earliest Coach 10:40
Latest Coach 19:15
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 244.8 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Nottingham to Carlisle

Every day, 2 buses from 2 coach companies leave Nottingham for Carlisle: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 15/06/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 09/06
Tuesday 10/06
Wednesday 11/06
Thursday 12/06
Friday 13/06
Saturday 14/06
Sunday 15/06
£28
Monday 16/06
Tuesday 17/06
£26
Wednesday 18/06
£23
Thursday 19/06
Friday 20/06
£29
Saturday 21/06
£27
Sunday 22/06
Monday 23/06
£20
Tuesday 24/06
Wednesday 25/06
Thursday 26/06
Friday 27/06
Saturday 28/06
Sunday 29/06
Monday 30/06
Tuesday 01/07
Wednesday 02/07
Thursday 03/07
Friday 04/07
Saturday 05/07
Sunday 06/07

The cheapest time to travel from Nottingham to Carlisle

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Nottingham to Carlisle, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £23, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Nottingham to Carlisle. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £29.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Nottingham to Carlisle, with £23. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

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

Beloved bus companies from Nottingham to Carlisle

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

National Express from Nottingham to Carlisle

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £23
Fastest Coach 7h 30m
Earliest Coach 10:40
Last Coach 19:15
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 13/06/2025

All bus stations and stops in Nottingham and Carlisle

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Nottingham to Carlisle

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

FAQs about the Nottingham to Carlisle bus

How much does a Nottingham - Carlisle coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Nottingham - Carlisle bus trip is available from £23 and takes 9h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Nottingham to Carlisle is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £23 to £31. 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 Nottingham - Carlisle route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Nottingham 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 Nottingham take?

The quickest coach from Nottingham to Carlisle is provided by National Express and takes 7h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £26. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Nottingham to Carlisle?

The earliest bus to Carlisle departs from Nottingham at 10:40. 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 Nottingham to Carlisle?

The latest bus to Carlisle departs from Nottingham at 19:15. 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 Nottingham - Carlisle route?

Passengers looking to travel from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Carlisle?

You can check all the direct connections between Nottingham 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 Nottingham?

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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Carlisle on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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