How far is Penrith from London?

Penrith and London are 244 miles (393 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Penrith to London?

Most of the buses traveling from Penrith to London leave from Penrith Bus Stop and arrive at Victoria Coach Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Once in London, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, National Portrait Gallery, Natural History Museum and Houses of Parliament.

Bus Penrith to London from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Penrith to London on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	Penrith Bus Stop	8h 55m	8:10pm	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:15am	Penrith Bus Stop	8h 10m	7:25pm	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	11:15am	Penrith Bus Stop	8h 55m	8:10pm	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Penrith Bus Stop	8h 55m	8:10pm	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Penrith Bus Stop	8h 10m	7:25pm	Golders Green	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:25 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Penrith to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

244 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $103	Average Duration8h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$52 - $437	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$39 - $39	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Penrith and London?

Stops in Penrith

A
Penrith Bus Stop
Ullswater Rd, Penrith CA11, UK
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Stops in London

A
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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B
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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C
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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Old Kent Rd
The Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,396 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29723 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $21

National Express Penrith London recent customer reviews

Probably only my problem but it was too uncomfortable and light to sleep on the overnight bus.

Gary B.

March 24, 2019

About today i was verry happy we come earlyrier that i was expecting because always was laiting about 30-40min staff was good i'm very happy

Dovydas P.

September 2, 2018

Punctual and relaxed

Ecology H.

December 13, 2024

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Penrith to London by bus

How far is Penrith from London?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Penrith to London?
What are the best sights and things to do in London?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/20

$25

11/21

$24

Today

$29

11/23

$23

11/24

$22

11/25

$49

11/26

$19

11/27

$20

The cheapest trip from Penrith to London was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Penrith to London, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $94 for a bus ticket from Penrith to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-11-26.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.