What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Penrith?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Penrith is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Penrith?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Penrith is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £16 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Penrith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Penrith North Lakes. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Penrith?

The distance between Edinburgh and Penrith is 119 miles. The road distance is 111 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Penrith without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £16 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Penrith?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakes takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Penrith train from?

Edinburgh to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Penrith train arrive?

Edinburgh to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Penrith is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Edinburgh to Penrith.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Penrith?

Book your Edinburgh to Penrith train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 804+ hotels available in Penrith.

Edinburgh to Penrith - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Edinburgh to Penrith by train or car

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1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 35m
£16–90
Drive 110.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Penrithcar 110.4 mi
2h 14m
£27–39

Edinburgh to Penrith by train

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1h 35mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Penrith, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakes every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–90 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 4 times a day.

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