🚌 Bus from Carlisle to Manchester City Centre
2 direct routes · about 195 min · first bus 10:45, last bus 10:45 (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 | ~195 min | 1 | 10:45 | 10:45 | Bus Station (Ca) (bay 1) |
| 181 | National Express | ~200 min | 1 | 00:55 | 00:55 | 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 Manchester City Centre?
2 routes run directly from Carlisle to Manchester City Centre: the 590 (National Express), the 181 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Carlisle to Manchester City Centre?
Around 195 minutes on the 590, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Carlisle to Manchester City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 590) leaves around 10:45 and the last around 10:45. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Carlisle to Manchester City Centre?
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.