How to travel from Edinburgh to Penrith

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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Penrith

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. 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 $22, while a train costs an average of $51.

Distance: 90 miles (146 km)

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$51

Average price

$22

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2h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 36m

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4h 14m

Average total duration

3h 44m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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Avanti West Coast

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National Express

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

The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Penrith is a bus with an average price of $17 (€14).

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

A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Penrith costing on average $29 (€23).

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Penrith is by train with an average journey time of 2h 5m.

Other travel options to Penrith take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 25m.

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

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from Edinburgh to Penrith

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:15 PM4h15
    Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)
    2:30 AMPenrith, Brunswick Road (Booths)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:15 PM4h15
    Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)
    2:30 AMPenrith, Brunswick Road (Booths)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Avanti West CoastW34060
    10:52 AM1h28
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    12:20 PMPenrith station (PNR)
    $341One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Avanti West CoastW00587
    2:52 PM1h29
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    4:21 PMPenrith station (PNR)
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW34268+Transpennine ExpressW84873
    4:52 PM1h56
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    6:48 PMPenrith station (PNR)
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • Avanti West CoastW34124
    12:52 PM1h29
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    2:21 PMPenrith station (PNR)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:10 PM4h20
    Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU)
    2:30 AMPenrith, Brunswick Road (Booths)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:05 PM4h25
    Edinburgh, Bus Station
    2:30 AMPenrith, Brunswick Road (Booths)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:21 PM4h09
    Edinburgh, Drum Brae South
    2:30 AMPenrith, Brunswick Road (Booths)
    $251One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Penrith.

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There are 2 options to travel between Edinburgh and Penrith including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Penrith is a bus with an average price of $22 (€18).

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

A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Penrith costing on average $51 (€41).

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Penrith is by train with an average journey time of 2h 6m.

Other travel options to Penrith take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 14m.

The distance from Edinburgh to Penrith is approximately 90 miles (146 km).
The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to Penrith is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Edinburgh to Penrith:
  • Buses mostly depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in Penrith, Brunswick Road (Booths).
  • Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Penrith station (PNR).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to Penrith, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express to go to Penrith by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Penrith by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Edinburgh to Penrith with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express.
  • 0 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Edinburgh to Penrith often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Glasgow, Carlisle, Keswick. 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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