What is the travel distance from Penrith to Manchester?

Penrith and Manchester are 85 miles (137 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Penrith to Manchester start their journey at Penrith Bus Stop and wind up at 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 Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Sightseeing Manchester, Robinsons Brewery Visitor Centre, Manchester United Musuem and Tour Centre, East Lancashire Railway and Ordsall Hall.

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Previously seen trips

Next departures for Penrith to Manchester on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05pm	Penrith Bus Stop	3h 30m	5:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Penrith Bus Stop	3h 30m	5:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Penrith Bus Stop	4h 30m	3:45pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	11:15am	Penrith Bus Stop	2h 35m	1:50pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Penrith Bus Stop	3h 25m	5:30pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

1h 56mAverage Duration

92 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $42	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $164	Average Duration1h 56m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $19	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Penrith and Manchester?

Stops in Penrith

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

A
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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B
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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C
Manchester Airport
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

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National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have reported feeling safe while traveling alone, and they appreciated the quick and clean journey. Overall, it was considered a very good travel experience by those who shared their feedback.

National Express Penrith Manchester recent customer reviews

I was travelling alone and felt safe.

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July 8, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Penrith to Manchester by bus

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $35 for a bus ticket from Penrith to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-24.