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How to get fromPenrith to Scottish Highlandsby train, unknown, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Penrith to Scottish Highlands by train, unknown, or bus

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  1. Train, travel

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    1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain train
    2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Fort Williamtrain train
    3. Walk from Fort William to Scottish Highlandsunknown unknown
    6h 30m

  2. Bus, travel

    1. Take the bus from Penrith to Glasgowbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus bus 915
    3. Walk from Bus Station to Scottish Highlandsunknown unknown
    6h 36m

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  • Distance: 238.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Scottish Highlands, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Penrith to Scottish Highlands. However, you can take the train to Glasgow Central, walk to Glasgow Queen Street, take the train to Fort William, then travel to Scottish Highlands. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith to Scottish Highlands via Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 36m.

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