What is the distance between Carlisle and Heathrow?

About 258 miles (416 km) separate Carlisle and Heathrow.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Carlisle to Heathrow?

If you're headed to Heathrow from Carlisle, chances are that your bus will leave from Carlisle Bus Station and arrive at London Heathrow Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Carlisle to Heathrow from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Carlisle to Heathrow on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45am	Carlisle Bus Station	11h	9:45pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags
Bus	10:45am	Carlisle Bus Station	11h	9:45pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Carlisle Bus Station	6h	6:25am	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags
Bus	12:50am	Carlisle Bus Station	10h	10:50am	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags
Bus	10:45am	Carlisle Bus Station	11h 25m	10:10pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Carlisle to Heathrow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Heathrow. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

258 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $88	Average Duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$39 - $70	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Carlisle and Heathrow?

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

Stops in Heathrow

A
London Heathrow Airport
Visit page
B
Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central
708 Bath Road, Hounslow TW5 9TW
C
Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4
Shepiston Lane (Valid any Departure), Hayes UB3
D
Comfort Hotel
Arlington Court, Mercure London Heathrow Hotel: Valid any Departure , Hayes UB3
E
EasyHotel
2 Bletchmore Close, Hayes UB3
F
Novotel Hotel
Holloway Lane, Valid any Departure, West Drayton UB7

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29723 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $24

National Express Carlisle Heathrow recent customer reviews

Just a very rude driver(Scottish), everything also was goodl. He seemed to be rude to all the passengers.

Jl K.

December 26, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,388 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carlisle to Heathrow by bus

What is the distance between Carlisle and Heathrow?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Carlisle to Heathrow?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/19

$39

11/20

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11/23

$43

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11/26

$39

The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Heathrow was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 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 Carlisle to Heathrow, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $94 for a bus ticket from Carlisle to Heathrow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-11-26.

Usually National Express 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.