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 5 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 January
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in January
Estimated hotel price
$156
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 AccesRail. The train journey from Penrith to Glasgow takes 1h 13m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $107 for a 3h 52m trip. 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 Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

National Express operates bus routes to Penrith. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Penrith takes 110 miles and will cost you around $20. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about $107 for a journey of 395 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 AccesRail. The train journey from Penrith to Glasgow takes 1h 13m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $107 for a 3h 52m trip. 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 Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

National Express operates bus routes to Penrith. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Penrith takes 110 miles and will cost you around $20. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about $107 for a journey of 395 miles.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

KLM
Good (1,458 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,789 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,755 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,215 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,224 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,878 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,118 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,325 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,692 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,405 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,364 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,171 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,145 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.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

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Albany House
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$157+
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The Lounge Hotel & Bar
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$241+
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The Inn On The Lake
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$452+
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Haweswater Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$198+
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The George Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$70+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$244+
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Hiring a car in Penrith

Expect to pay $3.00 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 $35.97 and $47.96. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.00 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 $35.97 and $47.96. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.