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

The cheapest way to get from Ullapool to Penrith is to drive which costs £75 - £120 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ullapool to Penrith is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Ullapool and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Ullapool to Penrith. However, there are services departing from High School and arriving at Penrith via Bus Station Stance 3 and Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Ullapool to Penrith?

The distance between Ullapool and Penrith is 362 miles. The road distance is 319.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ullapool to Penrith without a car is to bus and train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 13m to get from Ullapool to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ullapool to Penrith bus from?

Ullapool to Penrith bus services, operated by D + E Coaches, depart from High School station.

Where does the Ullapool to Penrith bus arrive?

Ullapool to Penrith bus services, operated by D + E Coaches, arrive at Bus Station Stance 6.

Can I drive from Ullapool to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Ullapool to Penrith is 319 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Ullapool to Penrith.

Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 267+ hotels available in Penrith.

Ullapool to Penrith - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, ferry, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Ullapool to Penrith by bus, train, car, ferry, or plane

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

Bus, train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the bus from High School to Bus Station Stance 6bus 61
2. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
8h 13m
Drive 317.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ullapool to Penrithcar 317.5 mi
5h 42m
£77–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from High School to Bus Station Stance 6bus 61
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M10
3. Take the bus from Glasgow to Penrithbus
9h 13m
Ferry to Stornoway Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the ferry from Ullapool Ferry Terminal to Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Stornoway Airport (SYY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SYY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 54m
£145–467
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from High School to Bus Station Stance 6bus 61
2. Take the train from Inverness to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
9h 32m
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from High School to Bus Station Stance 6bus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 32m
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from High School to Bus Station Stance 6bus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Newcastle (NCL)plane INV - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
11h 42m
Ferry to Stornoway Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the ferry from Ullapool Ferry Terminal to Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Stornoway Airport (SYY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SYY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
8h 46m
£165–447

Stornoway Airport (SYY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

16Weekly Planes

51 minAverage Duration

£126Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ullapool to Penrith.

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Distance: 360.2 mi
Duration: 8h 13m

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

You can take a bus from High School to Penrith via Bus Station Stance 3, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow in around 9h 13m.

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