How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Penrith?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Penrith start from $20. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Penrith?

The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Penrith is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Penrith route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Penrith?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Penrith at 12:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Birmingham to Penrith generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Penrith?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Penrith from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Penrith on February 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50pm	Coach Station	4h 50m	5:40pm	Penrith Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:50pm	Coach Station	4h 50m	5:40pm	Penrith Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	12h 50m	2:30am	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	9h 45m	5:15am	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:07 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Penrith

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Penrith. The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

9h 45mAverage Duration

250 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $88	Average Duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$50 - $50	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Penrith?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Stops in Penrith

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

FlixBus

3.5/512,191 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 $20

National Express Birmingham Penrith recent customer reviews

Hit no air conditioning Hour late not informed stopping in Tebay. And wouldn’t give our luggage until after his break was over

Martina A.

April 6, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Penrith?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Penrith start from $20. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Penrith?
The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Penrith is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Penrith route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Penrith?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Penrith at 12:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Penrith?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Penrith generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Penrith?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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

02-06

$25

02-07

$67

Today

$36

02-09

No data

02-10

No data

02-11

$18

02-12

$18

02-13

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Penrith was searched and found on Feb 12, 2026 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $75 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Penrith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2026-02-12.

Usually FlixBus 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.