Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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
£51
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in February
Estimated hotel price
£51
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 50 miles from Penrith. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Penrith departs from London and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Penrith. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Penrith is the busiest station in Penrith. Another popular train station is Penrith Lazonby & Kirkoswald, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 84 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Penrith using National Express or FlixBus.

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 50 miles from Penrith. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Penrith departs from London and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Penrith. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Penrith is the busiest station in Penrith. Another popular train station is Penrith Lazonby & Kirkoswald, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 84 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Penrith using National Express or FlixBus.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

KLM
Good (1,471 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,850 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,792 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,293 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,253 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,136 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,428 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,715 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,801 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (390 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,166 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,207 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 Westmorland Hotel Tebay, Penrith offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £106 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £121 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

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Royal Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Haweswater Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£89+
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The George Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£101+
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The George Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£125+
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Patterdale Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Hiring a car in Penrith

Hiring a car in Penrith costs £35 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.34 per litre in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.06 and £21.41. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Penrith costs £35 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.34 per litre in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.06 and £21.41. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

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