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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Waverley | Penrith (North Lakes) | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Penrith (North Lakes) | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Penrith (North Lakes) | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Penrith (North Lakes) | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Penrith (North Lakes) |
Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to Penrith
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Penrith. The journey takes about 1 hour 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Penrith by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Penrith?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Penrith start at PEN 77. The average price for this train route is around PEN 254. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Penrith?
The average train trip from Edinburgh to Penrith takes 1h 36m and covers 147 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 27m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Penrith route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Penrith?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Penrith departs at 8:11am. The latest train departs at 8:14pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Penrith?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 43 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Penrith?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Penrith?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Penrith?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Penrith was searched and found on Jul 7, 2026 with a price of PEN 78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Penrith, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 78 to PEN 518 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Penrith based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 80 which is on 2026-07-14.
Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
