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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Penrith is to bus which costs £16 - £29 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Penrith is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth station to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Penrith via Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Perth to Penrith?

The distance between Perth and Penrith is 173 miles. The road distance is 153.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Penrith without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 54m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Perth to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Penrith bus from?

Perth to Penrith bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Penrith train from?

Perth to Penrith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.

Train or bus from Perth to Penrith?

The best way to get from Perth to Penrith is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 54m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £29 and takes 5h.

Where does the Perth to Penrith bus arrive?

Perth to Penrith bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Perth to Penrith train arrive?

Perth to Penrith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Perth to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Penrith is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Perth to Penrith.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Perth to Penrith?

Book your Perth to Penrith bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 798+ hotels available in Penrith.

Perth to Penrith - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Perth to Penrith by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Haymarkettrain Perth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 54m
£55–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Penrithbus Ukn31
5h
£17–28
Drive 152.5 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Penrithcar 152.5 mi
2h 44m
£38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
4h 37m
£48–87

Perth to Penrith by train

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3h 54mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Perth to Penrith North Lakes via Haymarket in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Penrith via Glasgow in around 5h.

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