Bus from Penrith to Glasgow
2 direct routes · about 155 min · first bus 05:20, last bus 17:40 (weekdays).
Next buses to Glasgow as of 11:51
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Penrith, 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 | 2 | Sat 2 · Sun 2 | 17:40 | 17:40 | Rail Station (o/s) | Buchanan Bus Station (stances) | Carlisle & Hamilton |
| UKN31 | FlixBus | ~155 min | 1 | Sat 1 · Sun 1 | 05:20 | 05:20 | Booth's Supermarket (o/s) | Buchanan Bus Station (stances) | Carlisle |
Times are for the first boarding point in Penrith 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 Penrith to Glasgow?
2 routes run directly from Penrith to Glasgow: the 590 (National Express), the UKN31 (FlixBus). The most frequent is the 590, twice each weekday — board at Rail Station (o/s) and get off at Buchanan Bus Station (stances), about 155 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Penrith to Glasgow?
Around 155 minutes on the 590, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Carlisle, Hamilton on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Penrith to Glasgow?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:20 and the last around 17:40. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Penrith to Glasgow?
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.