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Rossendale to Carlisle Bus Schedule
Bus from Rossendale to Carlisle: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Rossendale to Carlisle. Traveling by bus from Rossendale to Carlisle usually takes around 6 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 51 minutes.
| Distance | 86 mi (139 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 51m |
| Cheapest price | $33.57 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Rossendale to Carlisle?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Rossendale to Carlisle. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 6h 34m | $35.02 |
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 about traveling by bus from Rossendale to Carlisle
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 86 miles from Rossendale to Carlisle. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 51 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Rossendale to Carlisle, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Rossendale?
Main departure station: Rawtenstall Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Rossendale.
All bus stations in Rossendale:
Rawtenstall Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Carlisle?
Main arrival station: Carlisle Bus Station
All buses from Rossendale arrive at one main station in Carlisle.
All bus stations in Carlisle:
Carlisle Bus Station
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