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Trip Overview

The average bus between Carlisle and Bristol takes 8h 58m and the fastest bus takes 7h 15m. The bus service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Bristol. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 58m
Duration
289 mi
Distance
£53
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Carlisle to Bristol bus times

Buses run twice daily between Carlisle and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 12:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:45 AM which arrives into Bristol at 6:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    National ExpressNational Express7h 30m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    National ExpressNational Express11h 45m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNational Express7h 30m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    National ExpressNational Express11h 45m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNational Express7h 30m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    National ExpressNational Express8h 55m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNational Express7h 30m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    National ExpressNational Express8h 55m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNational Express7h 15m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    National ExpressNational Express8h 55m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNational Express7h 15m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    National ExpressNational Express11h 45m • 1 change
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    National ExpressNational Express7h 30m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Bristol? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 289 mi
  • Duration: 8h 58m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Bristol, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 10m.

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