More buses from Kirkby Stephen to Penrith

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From Monday 31 March, the 563 bus service operated by Stagecoach will run between Penrith and Kirkby Stephen, Monday to Friday.  Weekday buses will double in frequency to four to and from Kirkby Stephen and six to and from Appleby between early morning and early evening. 

For the first time since 2016 it will be possible for Eden Valley residents to use the 563 to arrive in Penrith before 0830, enabling them to access education and work within office hours.  Bus journeys into the Lake District will also become practicable.  The last departure from Penrith will be at 1740.

The Saturday 563 service between Penrith and Kirkby Stephen will not be changed.

See the 563 timetable from 31 March here.