With a population of 14,793, Penrith is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Penrith deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 50 miles from Penrith.
Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Penrith, followed by Cross Country. Located 0.3 miles from the city center, Penrith is the busiest station in Penrith. Another popular train station is Penrith Lazonby & Kirkoswald, located 6 miles from the center.
Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 90 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.
You can travel by bus to Penrith using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Penrith takes 415 miles and will cost you around $35. From Nottingham, the ticket costs about $91 for a journey of 540 miles.
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 $140 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $165 and up for a 5-star experience.
Renting a car in Penrith costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
Expect to pay $7.19 per gallon in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $86.31 and $115.08. The most frequently booked car type in Penrith is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Vauxhall Crossland or similar) are, on average, 67% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.