Bus from Glasgow to Penrith
2 direct routes · about 155 min · first and last bus 08:40 (weekdays); night service UKN31 runs at 23:55.
Next buses to Penrith as of 13:43
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Glasgow, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 590 | National Express | ~155 min | 1 | Sat 1 · Sun 1 | 08:40 | 08:40 | Buchanan Bus Station (Stance 53) | Rail Station (o/s) | Hamilton & Carlisle |
| UKN31 | FlixBus | ~160 min | 1 | Sat 1 · Sun 1 | 23:55 | 23:55 | Buchanan Bus Station (stances) | Booth's Supermarket (o/s) | Carlisle |
Times are for the first boarding point in Glasgow on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 590 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Glasgow to Penrith?
2 routes run directly from Glasgow to Penrith: the 590 (National Express), the UKN31 (FlixBus). The most frequent is the 590, once each weekday — board at Buchanan Bus Station (Stance 53) and get off at Rail Station (o/s), about 155 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Glasgow to Penrith?
Around 155 minutes on the 590, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Hamilton, Carlisle on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Glasgow to Penrith?
On weekdays the first and last direct bus leaves around 08:40 — and night service UKN31 runs at 23:55. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Glasgow to Penrith?
This is a long-distance coach service, so the England £3 bus fare cap does not apply — nor do local bus tickets or passes. Coach operators set their own fares and price by demand, so booking further ahead is usually much cheaper than buying on the day.