🚌 Bus from Carlisle to Keswick
1 direct route · about 74 min · first bus 07:55, last bus 12:45 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 553 | Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire | ~74 min | 4 | 07:55 | 12:45 | Bus Station (Ca) (bay 3) |
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 Keswick?
The 553 (Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire) runs directly from Carlisle to Keswick.
How long does the bus take from Carlisle to Keswick?
Around 74 minutes on the 553, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Carlisle to Keswick?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 553) leaves around 07:55 and the last around 12:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Carlisle to Keswick?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.