Bus from London to Penrith: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Penrith on January 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    Golders Green
    Penrith Bus StopCheapestFastest
    National ExpressBus
      Golders Green
      Penrith Bus StopNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        Golders Green
        Penrith Bus StopNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:08 AM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to go from London to Penrith

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Penrith. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        5h 10mAverage Duration
        244 milesDistance
        16kgCO₂ emissions
        Average Price$17 - $127Average Duration8h 10m
        11kg CO₂e
        Average Price$51 - $438Average Duration3h 6m
        9kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        Average Price$49 - $49Average Duration5h 10m
        16kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Penrith by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Penrith?

          The cheapest bus tickets from London to Penrith start from $17. The average price for this route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from London to Penrith?

          The average bus trip duration from London to Penrith is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 265 miles (427 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

        3. Which bus companies service the London to Penrith route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Penrith?

          The earliest bus departs from London to Penrith at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Penrith?

          A bus trip from London to Penrith generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from London to Penrith?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29858 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Penrith?

          Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company has the most timely service from London to Penrith?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Penrith?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        01/18
        $30
        01/19
        $29
        Today
        $23
        01/21
        $19
        01/22
        $23
        01/23
        $22
        01/24
        $15
        01/25
        $17
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Penrith was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $15

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Penrith, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $15 to $83 for a bus ticket from London to Penrith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2026-01-24.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

        What's the cheapest way to go from London to Penrith?

        busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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