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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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 National Express |
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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).
The cheapest time to travel is February (€16.96); the most expensive is May (€23.40).
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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.
Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.
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.
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.
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.
USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.
Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.
A bus ticket from Bristol to Penrith costs €160.39. Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from €160.39.
The cheapest ticket from Bristol to Penrith costs €160.39. Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Bristol and Penrith are 357 km apart.
The journey from Bristol to Penrith takes about 3h 9m on average. The fastest option takes 2h.
This route is served by 1 operators: National Express.
There are about 4 connections per day from Bristol to Penrith.
The first bus from Bristol to Penrith leaves at 10:00 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last bus from Bristol to Penrith leaves at 05:00 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The bus we found costs €160.39 but prices can change.
There are about 4 direct connections from Bristol to Penrith.
The shortest bus journey between Bristol and Penrith takes 2h.
Yes, there is a direct bus between Bristol and Penrith.
The bus journey from Bristol to Penrith generates 32 kg of CO₂.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, February is typically the cheapest month, with medians around €16.96, while May is among the most expensive (about €23.40).