Bus from Preston City Centre to Carlisle
1 direct route · about 145 min · it runs at night, at 02:25.
Next buses to Carlisle as of 15:03
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Preston City Centre, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 181 | National Express | ~145 min | 2 | Sat 2 · Sun 2 | 02:25 | 02:25 | Bus Station (Stand A) | Bus Station (Ca) (bay 1) | Lancaster & Tebay |
Times are for the first boarding point in Preston City Centre on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 181 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Preston City Centre to Carlisle?
The 181 (National Express) runs directly from Preston City Centre to Carlisle. Board at Bus Station (Stand A) and get off at Bus Station (Ca) (bay 1); the journey takes about 145 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Preston City Centre to Carlisle?
Around 145 minutes on the 181, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Lancaster, Tebay on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Preston City Centre to Carlisle?
Only night services run directly: it runs at night, at 02:25. Check the route timetables for which nights they run.
How much is the bus from Preston City Centre to Carlisle?
This is a long-distance coach service, so the England £3 bus fare cap does not apply — nor do local bus tickets or passes. Coach operators set their own fares and price by demand, so booking further ahead is usually much cheaper than buying on the day.