Busbud recommends carpooling from Carlisle to London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
The reviews highlight a positive experience with safe and on-time journeys. Customers appreciate good drivers, excellent customer service, and comfortable trips.
National Express Carlisle London recent customer reviews
No noise restrictions in place on an overnight service. Difficult to find a seat in the dark when earlier travelers were taking two and were asleep
4 out of 5 stars
Ruth L.
Bus too crowded and heating up far too high in fact I think one could be burnt by floor. metal heaters. Perhaps. trip suited more for young I found it torturous not like previous experiences with national express
1 out of 5 stars
Pamela M.
The journey was smooth. Drivers were professionals
Based on 4226 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $30
National Express Carlisle London recent customer reviews
No noise restrictions in place on an overnight service. Difficult to find a seat in the dark when earlier travelers were taking two and were asleep
4 out of 5 stars
Ruth L.
Bus too crowded and heating up far too high in fact I think one could be burnt by floor. metal heaters. Perhaps. trip suited more for young I found it torturous not like previous experiences with national express
1 out of 5 stars
Pamela M.
The journey was smooth. Drivers were professionals
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.
National Express Carlisle London recent customer reviews
No noise restrictions in place on an overnight service. Difficult to find a seat in the dark when earlier travelers were taking two and were asleep
4 out of 5 stars
Ruth L.
Bus too crowded and heating up far too high in fact I think one could be burnt by floor. metal heaters. Perhaps. trip suited more for young I found it torturous not like previous experiences with national express
1 out of 5 stars
Pamela M.
The journey was smooth. Drivers were professionals
Based on 481 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Infobus ticket prices on this trip start at $45
National Express Carlisle London recent customer reviews
No noise restrictions in place on an overnight service. Difficult to find a seat in the dark when earlier travelers were taking two and were asleep
4 out of 5 stars
Ruth L.
Bus too crowded and heating up far too high in fact I think one could be burnt by floor. metal heaters. Perhaps. trip suited more for young I found it torturous not like previous experiences with national express
1 out of 5 stars
Pamela M.
The journey was smooth. Drivers were professionals
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Carlisle - London
What is the distance between Carlisle and London?
Carlisle and London are 262 miles (421 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Carlisle to London?
If you're headed to London from Carlisle, chances are that your bus will depart from Carlisle Bus Station and arrive at Finchley Road. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
What are the best sights and things to do in London?
Once in London, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Madame Tussauds London, Legoland Windsor, Natural History Museum, The National Gallery and Buckingham Palace.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/24
$40
08/25
$40
Today
$42
08/27
$28
08/28
$28
08/29
$28
08/30
$28
08/31
$28
The cheapest trip from Carlisle to London was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $28
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carlisle to London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $119 for a bus ticket from Carlisle to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-08-27.
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.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Carlisle to London.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Carlisle to London, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Carlisle to London will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Carlisle to London while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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!
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
What's the cheapest way to go from Carlisle to London?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends carpooling from Carlisle to London
The cheapest trip from Carlisle to London was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $28
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
