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10:158h10Penrith18:25Leicester£261One-way0 changes
- 10:158h10Penrith18:25Leicester£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Penrith to Leicester
The cheapest option from Penrith to Leicester is coach, with an average price of £23. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Penrith to Leicester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 250 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest option | £58 Average Price |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Penrith to Leicester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Penrith to Leicester coaches for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:15 Penrith | 8h10 | 18:25 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Penrith to Leicester
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Typically, there are 3 buses per day from Penrith to Leicester, including direct buses, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 19:45. The fastest coach covers the 250 km distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 250 km |
Average bus duration 5h 20m |
Lowest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 2:35 |
Last bus 19:45 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Penrith to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Penrith to Leicester with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Penrith to Leicester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penrith to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penrith and Leicester
Most Penrith to Leicester buses use the Penrith, Rail Station to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). Use this guide to compare Penrith and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre
Getting to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) from Leicester city centre
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