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
£50
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in February
Estimated hotel price
£50
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. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, American Airlines, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Penrith departs from London and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 136 km from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 80 km from Penrith. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, American Airlines, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Penrith departs from London and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 136 km from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

Lufthansa
Good (8,057 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,529 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,047 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,405 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,411 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,233 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,605 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,818 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (932 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,585 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,822 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,172 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,408 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,375 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,273 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 £117 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £127 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

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The White House Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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Norcroft Guest House Vegetarian B&B.
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£91+
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Yha Helvellyn
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£45+
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The Ullswater Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£114+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£125+
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Shap Wells Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
£95+
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Hiring a car in Penrith

Hiring a car in Penrith costs £33 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.15 and £25.54. The most frequently booked car type in Penrith is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Penrith costs £33 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.15 and £25.54. The most frequently booked car type in Penrith is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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