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Today23 Jun
from US$60
Tomorrow24 Jun
Wed25 Jun
Thu26 Jun
Fri27 Jun
Sat28 Jun
from US$50
Sun29 Jun
from US$57
Mon30 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Carlisle
    Destination location: Carlisle (Halston Hotel)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Cardiff to Carlisle: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$52
Average bus trip duration12h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure17:15
Distance235 miles

Cardiff to Carlisle Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Carlisle

  1. How far is Carlisle from Cardiff by coach?

    The distance between Cardiff and Carlisle by coach is approximately 236 miles (381 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Carlisle from Cardiff without a car?

    You can travel to Carlisle from Cardiff by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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21/06
US$48
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US$57
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US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Carlisle was searched and found on 28 Jun 2025 with a price of US$47

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

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47, which is on 2025-06-28.

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Did you know?

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