The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Penrith
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Penrith will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 1 buses that leave Nottingham 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 218 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 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 Nottingham to Penrith
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 218 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nottingham to Penrith bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Penrith coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:40 Nottingham | 7h00 | 16:40 Penrith | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Penrith
Buses from Nottingham to Penrith run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 17:00. The fastest coach covers the 218 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 17:00 |
FAQs: Nottingham to Penrith coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Penrith
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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