🚌 Bus from Carlisle to Penrith
2 direct routes · about 49 min · first bus 05:40, last bus 22:35 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 104 | Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire | ~49 min | 71 | 05:40 | 22:35 | Bus Station (Ca) (Bay 4) |
| 590 | National Express | ~30 min | 1 | 10:45 | 10:45 | Bus Station (Ca) (bay 1) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Carlisle on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Carlisle to Penrith?
2 routes run directly from Carlisle to Penrith: the 104 (Stagecoach Cumbria and Lancashire), the 590 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Carlisle to Penrith?
Around 49 minutes on the 104, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Carlisle to Penrith?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 104) leaves around 05:40 and the last around 22:35. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Carlisle to Penrith?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.