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 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, Pooley bridge inn (Finkle St) and The Cross Keys Inn (5 Carleton Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Penrith

Penrith in July
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in July
Estimated hotel price
$102
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.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Penrith, followed by Northern Rail. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Penrith is the busiest station in Penrith. Another popular train station is Penrith Lazonby & Kirkoswald, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Penrith using National Express or FlixBus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Penrith takes 180 miles and will cost you around $72. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $60 for a journey of 320 miles.

Plane

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

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Penrith, followed by Northern Rail. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Penrith is the busiest station in Penrith. Another popular train station is Penrith Lazonby & Kirkoswald, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Penrith using National Express or FlixBus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Penrith takes 180 miles and will cost you around $72. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $60 for a journey of 320 miles.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,731 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,929 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,977 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 Hotel, Penrith offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $224 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $309 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)
$67+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$287+
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The George Hotel - Orton
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$101+
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The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$247+
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Shap Wells Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$240+
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Hiring a car in Penrith

Expect to pay $3.01 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 $36.10 and $48.13. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.01 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 $36.10 and $48.13. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

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