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 July
Estimated hotel price
£45
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in July
Estimated hotel price
£45
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

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Penrith, followed by AccesRail. 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. From London, the bus ride to Penrith takes 370 miles and will cost you around £44. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £37 for a journey of 530 miles.

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

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Penrith, followed by AccesRail. 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. From London, the bus ride to Penrith takes 370 miles and will cost you around £44. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £37 for a journey of 530 miles.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,663 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,625 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,017 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,131 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,830 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,057 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,699 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,447 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (886 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,345 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,111 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,632 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,158 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,422 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (922 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 £95 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £115 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

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Netherdene Country House Bed & Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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The Pooley Bridge Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£94+
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Troutbeck Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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Shap Wells Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£84+
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Station Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
£71+
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Hiring a car in Penrith

Hiring a car in Penrith costs £24 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.36 and £21.82. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Penrith costs £24 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.36 and £21.82. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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