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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Penrith is to bus which costs £5 - £15 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Penrith is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £15 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Penrith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Glasgow and arriving at Penrith. Services depart every four hours, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Penrith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Penrith North Lakes. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Scotland to Penrith?

The distance between Scotland and Penrith is 119 miles. The road distance is 113.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £15 - £70.

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

The train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakes takes 1h 24m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Penrith bus from?

Scotland to Penrith bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Glasgow station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Penrith train from?

Scotland to Penrith train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Penrith?

The best way to get from Scotland to Penrith is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £15 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £15 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Scotland to Penrith bus arrive?

Scotland to Penrith bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Penrith station.

Where does the Scotland to Penrith train arrive?

Scotland to Penrith train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Penrith is 113 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Scotland to Penrith.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Penrith?

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Scotland to Penrith - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Scotland to Penrith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
1h 24m
£15–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to Penrithbus Ukn31
2h 35m
£5–15
Drive 112.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Penrithcar 112.7 mi
1h 59m
£28–40

Scotland to Penrith by train

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1h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.8 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Scotland and Penrith, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakes every 2 hours. Tickets cost £15–70 and the journey takes 1h 24m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Glasgow to Penrith every 4 hours. Tickets cost £5–15 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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