Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Penrith travel guide

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You're Going to Love Penrith

With a population of 14,793, Penrith is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Penrith to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Penrith

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pooley bridge inn (Finkle St) and The Cross Keys Inn (5 Carleton Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Penrith

Penrith in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in February
Estimated hotel price
C$ 128
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Penrith

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 80 km from Penrith.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Penrith, followed by West Midlands Railway. Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Penrith is the busiest station in Penrith. Another popular train station is Penrith Lazonby & Kirkoswald, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 146 km from Penrith. You’ll find branches of Hertz and keddy by Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Penrith using National Express or FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Penrith takes 515 km and will cost you around C$ 40. From London, the ticket costs about C$ 81 for a journey of 668 km.

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 80 km from Penrith.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Penrith, followed by West Midlands Railway. Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Penrith is the busiest station in Penrith. Another popular train station is Penrith Lazonby & Kirkoswald, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 146 km from Penrith. You’ll find branches of Hertz and keddy by Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Penrith using National Express or FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Penrith takes 515 km and will cost you around C$ 40. From London, the ticket costs about C$ 81 for a journey of 668 km.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

Lufthansa
Good (7,193 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,368 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,095 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,652 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,962 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,893 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,818 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,844 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,590 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,413 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,677 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,221 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,311 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,322 reviews)
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Where to stay in Penrith

From 5-star hotels such as the Roundthorn Country House & Luxury Apartments to great affordable options like the The Greyhound Hotel, Penrith offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 192 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 258 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

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Yha Helvellyn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 33+
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Haweswater Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 287+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 242+
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The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 224+
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The George Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 158+
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Shap Wells Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 197+
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Renting a car in Penrith

Expect to pay C$ 2.50 per litre in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.98 and C$ 39.98. The most frequently booked car type in Penrith is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are, on average, 11% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 2.50 per litre in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.98 and C$ 39.98. The most frequently booked car type in Penrith is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are, on average, 11% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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