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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £35 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Penrith to Edinburgh?

The distance between Penrith and Edinburgh is 119 miles. The road distance is 111.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £35 - £65.

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

The train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 43m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penrith to Edinburgh train from?

Penrith to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Penrith to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Penrith to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Penrith to Edinburgh train arrive?

Penrith to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Edinburgh is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Penrith to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Penrith to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
1h 43m
£35–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
3h 57m
£21–37
Drive 110.7 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Edinburghcar 110.7 mi
2h 14m
£28–40

Penrith to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverley 3 times a day. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 43m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 57m.

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