How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Penrith?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Penrith start from £15. The average price for this route is around £26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Penrith?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Penrith is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 85 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 30m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Penrith route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Penrith?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Penrith at 15:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Penrith?

A bus journey from Manchester to Penrith produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Manchester 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 29871 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Penrith?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Penrith?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester 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.

Bus Manchester to Penrith from £15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Penrith on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:10	Coach Station	2h 30m	17:40	Penrith Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
	Bus	15:10	Coach Station	2h 30m	17:40	Penrith Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Penrith on 5 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	15:10	Coach Station	2h 30m	17:40	Penrith Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
	Bus	15:10	Coach Station	2h 30m	17:40	Penrith Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:17 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Penrith

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Penrith. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

85 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £27	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£9 - £127	Average duration1h 54m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £12	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Penrith?

Stops in Manchester

A
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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B
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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C
Manchester Airport
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Penrith

A
Penrith Bus Stop
Ullswater Rd, Penrith CA11, UK
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,175 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

National Express

4/529,871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 29871 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £17

National Express Manchester Penrith recent customer reviews

on time, no problems.

Peter W.

13 May 2023

It was a well organised and comfortable trip

Wendy A.

12 May 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Penrith

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

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Penrith?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Penrith start from £15. The average price for this route is around £26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Penrith?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Penrith is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 85 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 30m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Penrith route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Penrith?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Penrith at 15:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Penrith?
A bus journey from Manchester to Penrith produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester 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 29871 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Penrith?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Penrith?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester 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

01/02

£25

02/02

£25

Today

£25

04/02

£20

05/02

£25

06/02

£21

07/02

£25

08/02

£25

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Penrith was searched and found on 4 Feb 2026 with a price of £20

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

You can expect to pay from £20 to £28 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Penrith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £20, which is on 2026-02-04.