What's the distance between Penrith and Edinburgh by coach?

The distance between Penrith and Edinburgh by coach is approximately 91 miles (146 km).

What is the best way to go from Penrith to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to go from Penrith to Edinburgh without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Penrith to Edinburgh from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Penrith to Edinburgh on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:20	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	5h 15m	09:35	114233	No tags
Bus	04:20	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	6h 45m	11:05	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:20	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	5h 15m	10:35	114233	No tags
Bus	05:20	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	5h 45m	11:05	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:20	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	5h 15m	10:35	114233	No tags

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We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

91 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£11 - £18	Average duration5h 12m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £148	Average duration1h 39m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £17	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Penrith and Edinburgh?

Stops in Penrith

A
Penrith Bus Stop
Ullswater Rd, Penrith CA11, UK
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Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,388 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the service, mentioning difficulties in contacting customer service and issues with purchases that were not intended. Additionally, there are concerns about the lack of toilet breaks during long drives for safety reasons. However, customers appreciate the driver's performance and acknowledge their fantastic job in driving.

National Express Penrith Edinburgh recent customer reviews

Hello! I’ve attempted to contact your customer service department for days regarding this purchase which should haven’t gone through (I was simply searching buses, on different days no less). Would be great to connect and resolve.

Jane S.

15 September 2022

As a traveller from Australia I was surprised that the bus did not stop for a toilet break and so that the driver could get out and have a short break after 2 hours of driving for safety reasons. This would be seen as a Occupational Health and Safety issue. He did a fantastic job of driving.

Jo R.

18 August 2022

Nothing to add

Euan C.

23 June 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Penrith to Edinburgh

What's the distance between Penrith and Edinburgh by coach?
The distance between Penrith and Edinburgh by coach is approximately 91 miles (146 km).
What is the best way to go from Penrith to Edinburgh without a car?
The best way to go from Penrith to Edinburgh without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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£9

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The cheapest trip from Penrith to Edinburgh was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £14 for a bus ticket from Penrith to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-25.