Bristol to Penrith Bus

  • Lowest price from €160.39
  • Average duration 3h 9m
  • Connections per day 4
  • Distance 357 km
  • CO₂ per person 32 kg

bus from Bristol to Penrith

The journey from Bristol to Penrith is about 357 km. On average a bus trip takes 3h 9m with 4 connections per day.

Lowest price €160.39
Trip duration 3h 9m
Connections per day 4
Lowest price €160.39
Highest price €160.39
First departure 10:00 AM
Last departure 05:00 PM
Distance 357 km
Departure Bristol
Arrival Penrith
Travel operator National Express
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Bus Travel from Bristol to Penrith: All Your Options in One Place

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Forget the hassle of checking multiple websites. With Virail, you can quickly compare bus schedules, departure times, and ticket prices from various companies. This ensures you always find the most convenient and cheapest bus fare for your specific travel needs, making your trip from Bristol to Penrith a breeze.

When to book from Bristol to Penrith

These tips come from historical prices — how the average fare changes with how far ahead you book and the month you travel.

What historical fares show

Short takeaways based on median fares from Virail searches on this route — useful for seasonality and longer-run trends.

According to Virail’s historical fare data, February is typically the cheapest month to travel from Bristol to Penrith by bus, with medians around €16.96 versus about €23.40 in May (roughly a 38% swing).

Cheapest month

Up to 38%

The cheapest time to travel is February (€16.96); the most expensive is May (€23.40).

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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 24.99kg
bus 26.78kg
flight 71.4kg
carpool 57.12kg

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