Bus and Coach from Edinburgh to Penrith: Compare all prices

Which bus from Edinburgh to Penrith is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Edinburgh to Penrith. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

from £15

tomorrow

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

from £10

Friday

from £10

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

3h 55m

0

10:10

Edinburgh
Central bus station

14:05

Penrith
Train Station

0

Economy

£15

A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 16/03/2025 10:10:00 to Train Station, Penrith (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/03/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Penrith via Glasgow, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  4h 10m
  
  0
  
  22:20
  
  Edinburgh
  St Andrew's House Station
  
  23:30
  
  Glasgow
  Buchanan Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew's House Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 19/03/2025 22:20:00 to Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/03/2025 23:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
- FlixBus
  
  2h 35m
  
  0
  
  23:55
  
  Glasgow
  Buchanan Bus Station
  
  02:30
  
  Penrith
  Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £6
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 19/03/2025 23:55:00 to Train Station, Penrith (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/03/2025 02:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

3h 55m

0

10:10

Edinburgh
Central bus station

14:05

Penrith
Train Station

0

Economy

£10

A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 20/03/2025 10:10:00 to Train Station, Penrith (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/03/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
FlixBus

4h 40m

0

21:50

Edinburgh
St Andrew's House Station

02:30

Penrith
Train Station

0

Economy

£10

A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew's House Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 20/03/2025 21:50:00 to Train Station, Penrith (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/03/2025 02:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person

National Express

3h 55m

0

10:10

Edinburgh
Central bus station

14:05

Penrith
Train Station

0

Economy

£10

A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 21/03/2025 10:10:00 to Train Station, Penrith (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/03/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
FlixBus

4h 40m

0

21:50

Edinburgh
St Andrew's House Station

02:30

Penrith
Train Station

0

Economy

£11

A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew's House Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 21/03/2025 21:50:00 to Train Station, Penrith (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/03/2025 02:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Edinburgh and Penrith?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Edinburgh to Penrith. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Edinburgh to Penrith. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Penrith.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 3 coaches from Edinburgh to Penrith, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Penrith, with 2 offers.

All facts for Edinburgh to Penrith bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 1 times by bus from Edinburgh to Penrith in one click. Book your Edinburgh to Penrith bus ticket starting from £10!

Cheapest Bus	£10
Fastest Bus	3h 55m
Earliest Coach	10:10
Latest Coach	21:50
Daily Bus Connections	1 Ø
Distance	146.0 km
Coach Companies	National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to Penrith?

Every day, 1 buses from 2 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Penrith. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/03/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 10/03

Tuesday 11/03

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 13/03

Friday 14/03

Saturday 15/03

Sunday 16/03

£15

Monday 17/03

Tuesday 18/03

Wednesday 19/03

Thursday 20/03

£10

Friday 21/03

£11

Saturday 22/03

Sunday 23/03

£15

Monday 24/03

Tuesday 25/03

Wednesday 26/03

Thursday 27/03

Friday 28/03

Saturday 29/03

£16

Sunday 30/03

£25

Monday 31/03

Tuesday 01/04

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 03/04

Friday 04/04

Saturday 05/04

Sunday 06/04

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Penrith

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Penrith, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £10, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to Penrith. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £15.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Penrith, with £10. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £10.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Penrith

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Edinburgh to Penrith in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Edinburgh to Penrith, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Edinburgh to Penrith are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Edinburgh to Penrith?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Edinburgh to Penrith timetable.

National Express from Edinburgh to Penrith

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Edinburgh to Penrith:

Cheapest Price	£10
Fastest Coach	3h 55m
Earliest Coach	10:10
Last Coach	10:10
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/03/2025

In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Penrith

Here is a map with all coach stations in Edinburgh and Penrith. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

Barnton Junction

Queensferry Rd

Motorway Service Station

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Edinburgh to Penrith? Compare all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Penrith.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Edinburgh to Penrith

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Edinburgh to Penrith. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Edinburgh to Penrith bus

How much does a Edinburgh Penrith coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh Penrith bus trip is available from £10 and takes 3h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to Penrith?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £10 to £15. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Penrith.

How many connections are available for the Edinburgh Penrith route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Penrith is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Penrith from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Penrith is provided by National Express and takes 3h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £15. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Penrith?

The earliest bus to Penrith departs from Edinburgh at 10:10. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Edinburgh to Penrith?

The latest bus to Penrith departs from Edinburgh at 21:50. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Edinburgh Penrith route?

Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh to Penrith can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Penrith?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and Penrith by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Penrith from Edinburgh?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Edinburgh Penrith bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Edinburgh Penrith bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Edinburgh to Penrith on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to Penrith

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Penrith

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh and to Penrith. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!