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

Penrith travel guide

Penrith Tourism | Penrith Guide

You're Going to Love Penrith

With a population of 14,793, Penrith is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Penrith has to offer.

Where to Eat in Penrith

If you’re looking for affordable options, TJ’S (Howtown) and Mrs Miller's Culgaith (Hazel Dene Garden Centre Culgaith) are great picks.

When to visit Penrith

Penrith in July
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in July
Estimated hotel price
$105
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 80 km from Penrith.

Train

Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Penrith is the busiest station in Penrith. Another popular train station is Penrith Lazonby & Kirkoswald, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 146 km from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

National Express operates bus routes to Penrith.

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 80 km from Penrith.

Train

Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Penrith is the busiest station in Penrith. Another popular train station is Penrith Lazonby & Kirkoswald, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 146 km from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

National Express operates bus routes to Penrith.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

Lufthansa
Good (7,497 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,457 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,984 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,992 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,982 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,652 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (855 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,306 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,028 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,382 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (365 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 The Greyhound Inn, Penrith offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $221 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $321 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

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Yha Helvellyn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$70+
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The George Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$71+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$253+
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The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$209+
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Shap Wells Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$249+
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Hiring a car in Penrith

Expect to pay $3.16 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 $37.88 and $50.50. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.16 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 $37.88 and $50.50. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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