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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Penrith
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Penrith will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester 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 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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 coach and train for Manchester to Penrith
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 136 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Penrith bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX590 | 15:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 2h30 | 17:40 Penrith, Rail Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Penrith
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Buses from Manchester to Penrith run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:57, the last at 21:47. The fastest coach covers the 136 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 136 km |
Average bus duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 04:57 |
Last bus 21:47 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to PenrithYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Penrith with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Penrith coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Penrith, Rail Station, located 0.4 miles (588 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Penrith
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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