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 £18 - £35 and takes 5h 24m.

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 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Canal Street and arriving at Penrith via Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

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 Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Perth to Penrith?

The distance between Perth and Penrith is 182 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 Glasgow which takes 3h 23m and costs £29 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m 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 Park's of Hamilton, depart from Canal Street 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 Glasgow which takes 3h 23m and costs £29 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Perth to Penrith bus arrive?

Perth to Penrith bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Perth to Penrith train arrive?

Perth to Penrith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Perth to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Penrith is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m 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?

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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Perth to Penrith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Perth to Penrith by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 23m
£29–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Penrithbus Ukn31
5h 24m
£18–33
Drive 152.5 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Penrithcar 152.5 mi
2h 42m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Perth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 6m
£27–160
Train #2
1. Take the train from Perth to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
4h 25m
£67–87

Perth to Penrith by train and foot

151Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.1 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Perth to Penrith North Lakes via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canal Street to Penrith via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow in around 5h 24m.

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