🚌 Bus from Penrith to Glasgow
2 direct routes · about 155 min · first bus 17:40, last bus 18:10 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 590 | National Express | ~155 min | 4 | 17:40 | 18:10 | Rail Station (o/s) |
| UKN31 | FlixBus | ~155 min | 1 | 05:20 | 05:20 | Booth's Supermarket (o/s) |
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.
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).
How long does the bus take from Penrith to Glasgow?
Around 155 minutes on the 590, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Penrith to Glasgow?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 590) leaves around 17:40 and the last around 18:10. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Penrith to Glasgow?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.