How to get from Leeds to Penrith

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What is the best way to travel from Leeds to Penrith?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Penrith from Leeds. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
2h 5m
£10
£14
1
Train
2h 6m
£13
£34
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What is the cheapest way to reach Penrith from Leeds?

You can reach Penrith with just £10 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
Thursday
from £13
Friday
from £17
Saturday
Sunday
from £17
Monday
from £10
Tuesday
from £22

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Northern
    2h 18m
    0
    05:15
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:33
    Penrith
    Langwathby Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £13
  • Northern
    2h 58m
    0
    05:57
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:55
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £29
  • Northern
    3h 34m
    0
    05:15
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:49
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £68

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    03:10
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    05:15
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    2h 23m
    0
    09:09
    Leeds
    Central Station
    11:32
    Penrith
    Langwathby Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £17
  • Northern
    2h 6m
    0
    11:16
    Leeds
    Central Station
    13:22
    Penrith
    Langwathby Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £17
  • Northern
    2h 52m
    0
    09:57
    Leeds
    Central Station
    12:49
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £21
  • Northern
    3h 3m
    0
    10:33
    Leeds
    Central Station
    13:36
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £21
  • Northern
    3h 18m
    0
    08:31
    Leeds
    Central Station
    11:49
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £67

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    03:10
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    05:15
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £10

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Northern
    2h 58m
    0
    05:57
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:55
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £22
  • Northern
    3h 34m
    0
    05:15
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:49
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £68

What are the fastest trips from Leeds to Penrith?

You can get to Penrith from Leeds in just 2h 5m with a Bus from FlixBus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
Thursday
from 2h 18m
Friday
from 2h 5m
Saturday
Sunday
from 2h 6m
Monday
from 2h 5m
Tuesday
from 2h 58m

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Northern
    2h 18m
    0
    05:15
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:33
    Penrith
    Langwathby Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £13
  • Northern
    2h 58m
    0
    05:57
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:55
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £29
  • Northern
    3h 34m
    0
    05:15
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:49
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £68

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    03:10
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    05:15
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    2h 6m
    0
    11:16
    Leeds
    Central Station
    13:22
    Penrith
    Langwathby Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £17
  • Northern
    2h 23m
    0
    09:09
    Leeds
    Central Station
    11:32
    Penrith
    Langwathby Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £17
  • Northern
    2h 52m
    0
    09:57
    Leeds
    Central Station
    12:49
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £21
  • Northern
    3h 3m
    0
    10:33
    Leeds
    Central Station
    13:36
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £21
  • Northern
    3h 18m
    0
    08:31
    Leeds
    Central Station
    11:49
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £67

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    2h 5m
    0
    03:10
    Leeds
    Bus Station
    05:15
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Northern
    2h 58m
    0
    05:57
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:55
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £22
  • Northern
    3h 34m
    0
    05:15
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:49
    Penrith
    Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £68
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Leeds to Penrith

What are the most popular stations in Leeds and Penrith?

In Leeds, you will usually depart from Bus Station, Central Station or Bagley Lane Coach Station, while in Penrith you will be arriving at Motorway Service Station, Train Station or Langwathby Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Penrith from Leeds? With 2 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Leeds and Penrith, you can pay as low as £10 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Penrith in just 2h 5m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Leeds and Penrith are Northern and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Leeds and Penrith is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Horsforth or to Lowther, and look at flights from Leeds Bradford Airport, and landing at Carlisle Lake Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Leeds to Penrith?

The most popular companies between Leeds and Penrith, are Northern and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Northern

All you need to know when you travel from Leeds to Penrith

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Leeds to Penrith. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Leeds to Penrith

How can I reach Penrith from Leeds?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Penrith from Leeds.

How far is Penrith from Leeds?

The distance between Leeds and Penrith is 123.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Leeds and Penrith?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 21 kgs, and a flight 30 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Leeds to Penrith?

You can get to Penrith with just £10 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeds to Penrith?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Penrith in just 2h 5m with a Bus from FlixBus.

More routes to Leeds and to Penrith

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Leeds and to Penrith. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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