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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £16 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Penrith to Edinburgh?

The distance between Penrith and Edinburgh is 119 miles. The road distance is 111.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £16 - £55.

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

The train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Edinburgh train from?

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

Where does the Penrith to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penrith to Edinburgh?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
1h 40m
£16–55
Drive 110.7 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Edinburghcar 110.7 mi
2h 14m
£28–40

Penrith to Edinburgh by train

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1h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 4 times a day.

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