What is the distance between Carlisle and Penrith?

The distance separating Carlisle and Penrith is 18 miles (29 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Carlisle to Penrith?

If you're headed to Penrith from Carlisle, chances are that your bus will leave from Carlisle Bus Station and arrive at Penrith Bus Stop. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Carlisle to Penrith from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Carlisle to Penrith on November 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:55am	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	35m	2:30am	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Carlisle to Penrith on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:55am	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	35m	2:30am	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Carlisle to Penrith on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:55am	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	35m	2:30am	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Carlisle to Penrith on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:55am	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	35m	2:30am	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Carlisle to Penrith on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:55am	Carlisle (Halston Hotel)	35m	2:30am	Penrith (Brunswick Road)	CheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to go from Carlisle to Penrith

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Penrith. The journey takes about 14 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

14mAverage Duration

18 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $10	Average Duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$6 - $52	Average Duration14m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $5	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,303 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,710 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

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Where are the popular stops in Carlisle and Penrith?

Stops in Carlisle

A - Carlisle Bus Station

B - Court Square

Stops in Penrith

A - Penrith Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carlisle to Penrith by bus

What is the distance between Carlisle and Penrith?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Carlisle to Penrith?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Penrith was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $6 for a bus ticket from Carlisle to Penrith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-17.