The average bus between Innerleithen and Carlisle takes 3h 33m and the fastest bus takes 2h 36m. The bus service runs several times per day from Innerleithen to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Innerleithen and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 7:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Innerleithen is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Innerleithen to Carlisle? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Innerleithen to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Innerleithen station and arriving at Carlisle station via Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
Innerleithen to Carlisle bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Galashiels Transport Interchange station.
Innerleithen to Carlisle bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Market Hall station.
The distance between Innerleithen and Carlisle is 80.9 km. The road distance is 117 km.
Borders Buses operates a bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Market Hall every 2 hours. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 2h 1m.