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Trip Overview

The average bus between Penrith and Whitehaven takes 3h 56m and the fastest bus takes 3h 1m. The bus service runs several times per day from Penrith to Whitehaven. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 56m
Duration
50 mi
Distance
£6
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Penrith to Whitehaven bus times

Buses run twice daily between Penrith and Whitehaven. The earliest departure is at 9:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Whitehaven at 10:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Stagecoach WestStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire12h 35m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Stagecoach WestStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire3h 1m • 1 change
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    Stagecoach WestStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire3h 1m • 1 change
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    Stagecoach WestStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire3h 1m • 1 change
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    Stagecoach WestStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire3h 1m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penrith to Whitehaven? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Penrith to Whitehaven.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 49.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Penrith Rail Station to Duke Street via Bus Station in around 2h 31m.

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