How to travel from Manchester to Penrith

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Compare bus and train for Manchester to Penrith

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $44.

Distance: 84 miles (136 km)

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$44

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$33

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2h 4m

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1h 34m

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3h 16m

Average total duration

2h 46m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Transpennine Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Penrith is a bus with an average price of $33 (€28).

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Penrith:

A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Penrith costing on average $44 (€37).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Penrith is by train with an average journey time of 2h 4m.

Other travel options to Penrith take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Penrith including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester to Penrith among Omio's users.

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from Manchester to Penrith

How to get from Manchester to Penrith by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Manchester to Penrith is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Transpennine ExpressW85165
    7:25 AM1h30
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    8:55 AMPenrith station (PNR)
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Transpennine ExpressW85165
    7:25 AM1h30
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    8:55 AMPenrith station (PNR)
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Transpennine ExpressW85165
    7:25 AM1h30
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    8:55 AMPenrith station (PNR)
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Transpennine ExpressW85164
    6:25 AM1h33
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    7:58 AMPenrith station (PNR)
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW84651+Avanti West CoastW34177
    8:11 AM2h20
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    10:31 AMPenrith station (PNR)
    $541One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89042+Avanti West CoastW34046
    7:56 AM1h47
    Deansgate (DGT)
    9:43 AMPenrith station (PNR)
    $551One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester to Penrith

Travel to Penrith easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Penrith.

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There are 2 options to travel between Manchester and Penrith including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Penrith is a bus with an average price of $33 (€28).

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Penrith:

A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Penrith costing on average $44 (€37).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Penrith is by train with an average journey time of 2h 4m.

Other travel options to Penrith take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 16m.

The distance from Manchester to Penrith is approximately 84 miles (136 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Penrith is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Penrith as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Penrith:
  • Trains mostly depart from Manchester Airport (MIA) and arrive in Penrith station (PNR).
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Coach Station and arrive in Penrith, Rail Station.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Heysham and arrive in Douglas.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Penrith, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail to go to Penrith by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Penrith by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Manchester to Penrith with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Transpennine Express.
  • 1 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Penrith often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, London Euston (EUS), Carlisle, Glasgow. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Penrith and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Penrith to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a comprehensive experience in Penrith, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore popular attractions like the Lake District National Park, historical sites, and local dining spots.
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