How much is the bus ticket from Glasgow to Carlisle?

The cheapest coach tickets from Glasgow to Carlisle start from £9. The average price for this route is around £16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Glasgow to Carlisle?

The average bus journey time from Glasgow to Carlisle is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 85 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Glasgow to Carlisle route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Glasgow to Carlisle?

The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Carlisle at 08:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

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

A bus journey from Glasgow to Carlisle produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Glasgow 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 29754 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Glasgow to Carlisle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Carlisle from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Glasgow to Carlisle on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	1h 55m	01:50	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	Cheapest
Bus	23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 45m	00:55	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	00:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:14	Newhouse Hotel Stop	3h 36m	01:50	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	23:00	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	00:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Carlisle on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	1h 55m	01:50	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	Cheapest
Bus	23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 45m	00:55	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:14	Newhouse Hotel Stop	3h 36m	01:50	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	12:40	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Carlisle on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 45m	00:55	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	1h 55m	01:50	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	12:40	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Carlisle on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 45m	00:55	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	1h 55m	01:50	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	12:40	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Carlisle on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 45m	00:55	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	1h 55m	01:50	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	12:40	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Carlisle on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 45m	00:55	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	12:40	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags
Bus	23:00	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	00:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Carlisle on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 45m	00:55	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	12:40	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags
Bus	23:00	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	00:50	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Carlisle on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	23:10	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 45m	00:55	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	2h 5m	10:45	Carlisle Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	1h 55m	01:50	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	No tags
Bus	10:50	Buchanan Bus Station	1h 50m	12:40	Carlisle Parkhouse Rd	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 18:37 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow 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 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

85 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £34	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £73	Average duration1h 21m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £17	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Glasgow and Carlisle?

Stops in Glasgow

A
Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK
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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

FlixBus

3.5/511,572 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,284 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

National Express

4/529,760 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29760 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 £9

National Express Glasgow Carlisle recent customer reviews

On time and comfortable.

William V.

14 May 2023

Very comfortable and up to time

Isobel B.

31 March 2023

Will use them again.

Tony P.

19 May 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Glasgow to Carlisle

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

How much is the bus ticket from Glasgow to Carlisle?
The cheapest coach tickets from Glasgow to Carlisle start from £9. The average price for this route is around £16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Glasgow to Carlisle?
The average bus journey time from Glasgow to Carlisle is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 85 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Glasgow to Carlisle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Glasgow to Carlisle?
The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Carlisle at 08:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glasgow to Carlisle?
A bus journey from Glasgow to Carlisle produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Glasgow 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 29754 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Glasgow to Carlisle?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Glasgow to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Glasgow 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

08/12

£15

09/12

£15

Today

£10

11/12

£9

12/12

£10

13/12

£10

14/12

£9

15/12

£9

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Carlisle was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £31 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually Megabus UK 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Glasgow to Carlisle?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 50m	Avg price£16	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 21m	Avg price£27	Daily departures14
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time1h 50m	Avg price£17	Daily departures1