🚌 Bus from Carlisle to Glasgow
4 direct routes · about 125 min · first bus 18:10, last bus 18:40 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 590 | National Express | ~125 min | 4 | 18:10 | 18:40 | Bus Station (Ca) (bay 1) |
| 181 | National Express | ~115 min | 2 | 04:50 | 04:50 | Bus Station (Ca) (bay 1) |
| UKN31 | FlixBus | ~115 min | 1 | 06:00 | 06:00 | Halston Hotel (At) |
| 595 | National Express | ~115 min | 1 | 05:45 | 05:45 | Bus Station (Ca) (bay 1) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Carlisle on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Carlisle to Glasgow?
4 routes run directly from Carlisle to Glasgow: the 590 (National Express), the 181 (National Express), the UKN31 (FlixBus), the 595 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Carlisle to Glasgow?
Around 125 minutes on the 590, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Carlisle to Glasgow?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 590) leaves around 18:10 and the last around 18:40. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Carlisle to Glasgow?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.