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Penrith and Eden Museum
Town museum in a former school with displays on Penrith, local farming, railways and archaeology. A useful introduction to the area.
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
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 £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Nottingham to Penrith you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX150 · NX590
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX150 · NX590The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Penrith coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h00 | 5:15 Penrith, Brunswick Road (Booths) | 1 change | |
NX150 · NX590 | 8:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 8h45 | 17:40 Penrith, Rail Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Nottingham to Penrith run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 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 5h 0m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 2:35 |
Last bus 17:00 |
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Town museum in a former school with displays on Penrith, local farming, railways and archaeology. A useful introduction to the area.
Historic house and military museum covering the Border Regiment and county regiments. Includes uniforms, medals and stories from Cumbria's soldiers.
A restored country house near Penrith with collections, period interiors and landscaped grounds. Suitable for visitors wanting history beyond the town.
Beacon Hill parkland above Penrith with woodland paths, open lawns and far-reaching views. Popular for an easy walk and sunset viewpoints.
A scenic section of the valley west of Penrith, popular for walking, riverside views and access to villages and fells.
Elegant town square framed by historic buildings and shops. A practical starting point for exploring central Penrith on foot.
A classic Cumberland sausage made in a long coil with pepper and herbs. It is a defining Cumbrian speciality often linked with local farming traditions.
A rich fruit cake from Cumbria made with dried fruit, spices and tea, traditionally eaten with Wensleydale cheese in the region.
A traditional Cumbrian celebration cake with currants, butter and spices, baked flat and sliced for tea, fairs and family gatherings.
Popular town-centre restaurant known for Turkish and Mediterranean cooking, generous portions and a lively, friendly atmosphere.
Established Penrith café and bakery known for breakfasts, lunches, cakes and good coffee in a busy, casual setting.
Smart but relaxed restaurant at North Lakes Hotel, serving modern British dishes with local produce in a polished setting.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation is often cheaper than major cities, while dining and local transport are fairly typical for a popular Lake District gateway.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. In cafés and pubs, tipping is optional but appreciated.
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.

Most Nottingham to Penrith buses use the Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station to Penrith, Rail Station station pair, with some services arriving at Penrith, Brunswick Road (Booths). Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Penrith bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nottingham, University of Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham.
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Bike Parking.
Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14) is 2 km from Nottingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14). ATMs are available at Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14).
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14).
Available at Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14): Bus stop has wheelchair accessible features.
Penrith, Brunswick Road (Booths) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Penrith, Brunswick Road (Booths). ATMs are available at Penrith, Brunswick Road (Booths).
Ticket office support is available at Penrith, Brunswick Road (Booths).
Available at Penrith, Brunswick Road (Booths): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penrith, Brunswick Road (Booths): Wheelchair access is available.
Penrith, Rail Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Penrith, Rail Station. ATMs are available at Penrith, Rail Station.
Ticket office support is available at Penrith, Rail Station.
Available at Penrith, Rail Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penrith, Rail Station: Wheelchair access available.
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