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Today20 Jun
Tomorrow21 Jun
from US$26
Sun22 Jun
from US$24
Mon23 Jun
from US$26
Tue24 Jun
Wed25 Jun
from US$24
Thu26 Jun
from US$24
Fri27 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Preston
    Departure location: Preston, Lancashire
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Carlisle
    Destination location: Carlisle Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Preston
    Departure location: Preston, Lancashire
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Carlisle
    Destination location: Carlisle Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Preston to Carlisle

Bus
Average priceUS$24 - US$32Average duration2h 25m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$14 - US$96Average duration1h 10m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$16 - US$16Average duration1h 40m
5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Preston to Carlisle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 40mAverage duration
US$16Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Preston to Carlisle: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$28
Average bus trip duration2h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure02:25
Distance79 miles

Preston to Carlisle Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Preston - Carlisle

  1. How far is Carlisle from Preston by coach?

    The distance between Preston and Carlisle by coach is approximately 79 miles (127 km).

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

    You can travel to Carlisle from Preston by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/06
US$29
19/06
US$24
Today
US$22
21/06
US$25
22/06
US$22
23/06
US$25
24/06
US$26
25/06
US$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Preston to Carlisle was searched and found on 25 Jun 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$33 for a bus ticket from Preston to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-06-25.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Preston and Carlisle!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Preston to Carlisle, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Preston to Carlisle will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Train from Preston to Carlisle

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