How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Carlisle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Carlisle start from $23. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Carlisle?

The average bus travel time from Manchester to Carlisle is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 163 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Carlisle route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manchester to Carlisle?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Carlisle at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Carlisle?

A bus trip from Manchester to Carlisle generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Manchester to Carlisle?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Carlisle?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Manchester to Carlisle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Carlisle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Manchester to Carlisle from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Carlisle on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:10pm	Coach Station	3h	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:10pm	Coach Station	3h	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Shudehill	9h 40m	1:50am	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	11:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	5h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	11:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	5h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Carlisle on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:10pm	Coach Station	3h	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:35am	Coach Station	3h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Shudehill	9h 40m	1:50am	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	1:35am	Coach Station	3h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Coach Station	3h	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Carlisle on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25pm	Coach Station	3h 15m	6:40pm	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:35am	Coach Station	3h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	1:35am	Coach Station	3h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Shudehill	9h 40m	1:50am	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	3:25pm	Coach Station	3h 15m	6:40pm	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Carlisle on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:35am	Coach Station	3h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:10pm	Coach Station	3h	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	1:35am	Coach Station	3h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Shudehill	9h 40m	1:50am	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Coach Station	3h	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Carlisle on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:35am	Coach Station	3h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:10pm	Coach Station	3h	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	1:35am	Coach Station	3h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Shudehill	9h 40m	1:50am	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Coach Station	3h	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Carlisle on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	4h 5m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:10pm	Coach Station	3h	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	1:35am	Coach Station	3h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:35am	Coach Station	3h 15m	4:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Coach Station	3h	6:10pm	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:29 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Carlisle

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

164 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $118	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$16 - $234	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$37 - $37	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Carlisle?

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
Visit page
B
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
Visit page
C
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
Visit page
D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Carlisle

A
Carlisle Bus Station
15-17 Lonsdale St, Carlisle CA1, UK
B
Court Square
The Griffin, Court Square, Carlisle CA1 1QX, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 29871 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $23

National Express Manchester Carlisle recent customer reviews

1. Toilet in a poor condition and older people need them more than others 2. The coach was not very clean. 3. I would only consider using again if other options were not available.

Richard A.

December 13, 2023

Very convenient service as they seem to operate 24 hours daily.

Karl S.

December 9, 2021

Very good service provided

Christopher J.

March 21, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,306 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Carlisle by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Carlisle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Carlisle start from $23. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Carlisle?
The average bus travel time from Manchester to Carlisle is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 163 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Carlisle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manchester to Carlisle?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Carlisle at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Carlisle?
A bus trip from Manchester to Carlisle generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Manchester to Carlisle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Carlisle?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Manchester to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-26

$46

01-27

$44

Today

$43

01-29

$47

01-30

$47

01-31

$41

02-01

$45

02-02

$39

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Carlisle was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $39

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Carlisle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $96 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2026-02-02.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.