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Compare all timetables for the bus from Southampton to Carlisle

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

today
£21
tomorrow
Thursday
£23
Friday
£23
Saturday
£19
Sunday
£23
Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 15m 18:30 Southampton Coach Station 05:45 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 12h 50m 16:00 Southampton Coach Station 04:50 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Carlisle via Birmingham, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 15m
      0
      08:55
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      12:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      5h 20m
      0
      12:50
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      18:10
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 2h 0m shorter, and you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 11h 15m 18:30 Southampton Coach Station 05:45 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 13h 55m 04:15 Southampton Coach Station 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 12h 50m 16:00 Southampton Coach Station 04:50 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Carlisle via Birmingham, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 15m
      0
      08:55
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      12:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      5h 20m
      0
      12:50
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      18:10
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 2h 0m shorter, and you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 13h 35m 05:05 Southampton Coach Station 18:40 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 10h 45m 19:00 Southampton Coach Station 05:45 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Carlisle via Birmingham, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 15m
      0
      08:55
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      12:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      5h 20m
      0
      12:50
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      18:10
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 1h 30m shorter, and you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 45m 05:25 Southampton Coach Station 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 10h 45m 19:00 Southampton Coach Station 05:45 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £23

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 45m 05:25 Southampton Coach Station 18:10 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 10h 45m 19:00 Southampton Coach Station 05:45 Carlisle Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Carlisle via Birmingham, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 15m
      0
      08:55
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      12:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      5h 20m
      0
      12:50
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      18:10
      Carlisle
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
    Travel Time is 1h 30m shorter, and you will save £5

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Southampton to Carlisle is £19 on 02/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Southampton and Carlisle

See here how frequent the connections between Southampton and Carlisle are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Southampton to Carlisle. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Southampton and Carlisle.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 5 coaches from Southampton to Carlisle, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Carlisle, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Southampton to Carlisle

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Southampton to Carlisle in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Carlisle starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus £19
Fastest Bus 10h 45m
Earliest Coach 16:00
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 454.5 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Southampton to Carlisle

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Southampton for Carlisle: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/02/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 03/02
£19
Wednesday 04/02
Thursday 05/02
£23
Friday 06/02
£23
Saturday 07/02
£19
Sunday 08/02
£23
Monday 09/02
Tuesday 10/02
£20
Wednesday 11/02
£21
Thursday 12/02
Friday 13/02
Saturday 14/02
£19
Sunday 15/02
Monday 16/02
Tuesday 17/02
Wednesday 18/02
£21
Thursday 19/02
Friday 20/02
Saturday 21/02
£21
Sunday 22/02
Monday 23/02
Tuesday 24/02
Wednesday 25/02
Thursday 26/02
£21
Friday 27/02
Saturday 28/02
Sunday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to Carlisle

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Carlisle, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £19, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Southampton to Carlisle. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £23.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Carlisle, with £19. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £30.

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

Beloved bus companies from Southampton to Carlisle

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

National Express from Southampton to Carlisle

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £19
Fastest Coach 10h 45m
Earliest Coach 16:00
Last Coach 19:00
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 31/01/2026

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Carlisle

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Carlisle

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

FAQs about the Southampton to Carlisle bus

How much does a Southampton - Carlisle coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Southampton - Carlisle bus trip is available from £19 and takes 12h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Southampton to Carlisle is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £33. 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 Southampton - Carlisle route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Southampton 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 Southampton take?

The quickest coach from Southampton to Carlisle is provided by National Express and takes 10h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £23. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Carlisle?

The earliest bus to Carlisle departs from Southampton at 16:00. 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 Southampton to Carlisle?

The latest bus to Carlisle departs from Southampton at 19:00. 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 Southampton - Carlisle route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Carlisle?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton 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.

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

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 Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton to Carlisle on your planned travel date.

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

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Southampton and Carlisle. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Southampton to Carlisle?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Southampton and Carlisle change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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