🚌 Bus from Carlisle to Hamilton
2 direct routes · about 100 min · first bus 18:10, last bus 18:40 (weekdays).
💷 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. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 590 | National Express | ~100 min | 4 | 18:10 | 18:40 | Bus Station (Ca) (bay 1) |
| 181 | National Express | ~90 min | 2 | 04:50 | 04:50 | 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 Hamilton?
2 routes run directly from Carlisle to Hamilton: the 590 (National Express), the 181 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Carlisle to Hamilton?
Around 100 minutes on the 590, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Carlisle to Hamilton?
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 Hamilton?
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.