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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Penrith to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Penrith to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penrith to Carlisle will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 buses that leave Penrith for Carlisle 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 28 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 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 and coach for Penrith to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penrith to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 28 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Penrith to Carlisle bus times
The table below shows live departures for Penrith to Carlisle coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 9 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:20 Penrith | 0h35 | 04:55 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Penrith to Carlisle
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Buses from Penrith to Carlisle run on average 1 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:55, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 28 km distance in 35m.
Distance 28 km |
Average bus duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 01:55 |
Last bus 22:15 |
FAQs: Penrith to Carlisle coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penrith to Carlisle 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 Carlisle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Penrith, Rail Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (588 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Carlisle, Bus Station (Lonsdale Street), located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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