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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Swindon to Carlisle. Traveling by coach from Swindon to Carlisle usually takes around 10 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 10 hours and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 235 mi (379 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 6m |
| Cheapest price | £37.48 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Swindon to Carlisle?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Swindon to Carlisle. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 10h 46m | £43.54 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 235 miles from Swindon to Carlisle. However, the fastest coach only takes 10 hours and 6 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all coaches from Swindon to Carlisle, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Swindon?
Main departure station: New Bridge Close, Off Manchester Road
Swindon has two coach stations with service to Carlisle.
All coach stations in Swindon:
New Bridge Close, Off Manchester Road
Sussex Square - Queen's Drive
Where does the coach arrive in Carlisle?
Main arrival station: Carlisle Bus Station
All coaches from Swindon arrive at one main station in Carlisle.
Coach stations in Carlisle:
Carlisle Bus Station
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