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Trip Overview

The average bus between Carlisle and Watford takes 6h 59m and the fastest bus takes 6h 50m. The bus runs, on average, 6 times per week from Carlisle to Watford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 59m
Duration
294 mi
Distance
£59
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Carlisle to Watford bus times

Buses run 6 times a week between Carlisle and Watford. The service departs Carlisle at 11:35 PM at night, which arrives into Watford at 06:25:00. All services require a transfer at Milton Keynes Coachway and take an average of 6h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    National ExpressNational ExpressGreen LineArriva UK6h 50m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    National ExpressNational ExpressGreen LineArriva UK6h 50m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    National ExpressNational ExpressGreen LineArriva UK7h 15m • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    National ExpressNational ExpressGreen LineArriva UK7h 23m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    National ExpressNational ExpressGreen LineArriva UK6h 50m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    National ExpressNational ExpressGreen LineArriva UK6h 50m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Watford? 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: 293.9 mi
  • Duration: 6h 59m

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

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachway once daily. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 5h.

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