What is the cheapest way to get from Penrith to Aviemore?

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Aviemore is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penrith to Aviemore?

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Aviemore is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Aviemore station via Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Aviemore via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Penrith to Aviemore?

The distance between Penrith and Aviemore is 271 miles. The road distance is 234.4 miles.

How do I travel from Penrith to Aviemore without a car?

The best way to get from Penrith to Aviemore without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £85 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Penrith to Aviemore?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Penrith to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Aviemore bus from?

Penrith to Aviemore bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Penrith station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Aviemore train from?

Penrith to Aviemore train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Penrith to Aviemore is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Penrith to Aviemore bus arrive?

Penrith to Aviemore bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Penrith to Aviemore train arrive?

Penrith to Aviemore train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Aviemore is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Penrith to Aviemore.

How do I get a train ticket from Penrith to Aviemore?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Penrith to Aviemore?

Book your Penrith to Aviemore bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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There are 5 ways to get from Penrith to Aviemore by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness
5h 35m
£87–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Aviemore stationbus Ember
6h 12m
£38–69
Drive 233 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Aviemorecar 233 mi
4h 10m
£58–83
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Aviemoretrain
5h 42m
£94–185
Train #2
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Aviemoretrain London Euston - Inverness
7h 10m
£83–133

Penrith to Aviemore by train

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Distance: 269.6 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Aviemore, Scotland?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Aviemore via Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith to Aviemore station via Glasgow and Buchanan Bus Stn in around 6h 12m.

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