🚌 Bus from Glasgow to Carlisle
3 direct routes · about 125 min · first bus 08:40, last bus 08:40 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 590 | National Express | ~125 min | 1 | 08:40 | 08:40 | Buchanan Bus Station (Stance 53) |
| 181 | National Express | ~115 min | 1 | 23:00 | 23:00 | Buchanan Bus Station (Stance 55) |
| 595 | National Express | ~110 min | 1 | 21:45 | 21:45 | Buchanan Bus Station (Stance 57) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Carlisle?
3 routes run directly from Glasgow to Carlisle: the 590 (National Express), the 181 (National Express), the 595 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Glasgow to Carlisle?
Around 125 minutes on the 590, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Glasgow to Carlisle?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 590) leaves around 08:40 and the last around 08:40. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Glasgow to Carlisle?
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.