The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Penrith
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
11 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Penrith will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £57.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bristol for Penrith every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 357 km distance in an average of 11 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bristol to Penrith
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 357 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price | £73 Average Price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Penrith bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Penrith coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:50 Bristol | 7h50 | 16:40 Penrith | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Penrith
Buses from Bristol to Penrith run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 357 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 357 km |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to PenrithYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Penrith with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Penrith coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Penrith by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penrith, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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