Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Penrith travel guide

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You're Going to Love Penrith

With a population of 14,793, Penrith is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Penrith has to offer.

Where to Eat in Penrith

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pooley bridge inn (Finkle St) and The Cross Keys Inn (5 Carleton Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Penrith

Penrith in November
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in November
Estimated hotel price
$114
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Penrith

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 50 miles from Penrith.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 84 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of Ace and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Manchester.

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 50 miles from Penrith.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 84 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of Ace and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

Lufthansa
Good (8,166 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,551 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,128 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,457 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,019 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,489 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,260 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,629 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,046 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,640 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,908 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,406 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,499 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,433 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,352 reviews)
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Where to stay in Penrith

From 5-star hotels such as the Roundthorn Country House & Luxury Apartments to great affordable options like the Westmorland Hotel Tebay, Penrith offers a range of accommodations for every taste.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

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The Lounge Hotel & Bar
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$261+
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Haweswater Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$213+
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Yha Helvellyn
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$107+
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The Ullswater Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$290+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$287+
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Shap Wells Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$221+
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Hiring a car in Penrith

Expect to pay $3.53 per litre in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $42.31 and $56.41. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.53 per litre in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $42.31 and $56.41. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.