With a population of 14.793, Penrith is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Penrith to see all of its attractions.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Pooley bridge inn (Finkle St) and The Cross Keys Inn (5 Carleton Rd) are great picks.
Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 80 km from Penrith.
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Penrith, followed by Avanti West Coast. 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.
Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 146 km from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Edinburgh.
You can travel by bus to Penrith using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Penrith takes 668 km and will cost you around $55. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about $56 for a journey of 1054 km.
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 $211 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $250 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay $2.85 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 $34.18 and $45.57. The most frequently booked car type in Penrith is Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.