Train from Edinburgh to Penrith: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Penrith on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
Penrith (North Lakes)Cheapest
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
Penrith (North Lakes)Fastest
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Waverley
Penrith (North Lakes)No tags
Avanti West CoastTrain
Waverley
Penrith (North Lakes)No tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Waverley
Penrith (North Lakes)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 21:47 GMT.

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We recommend taking the train

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 £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
1h 36mAverage duration
91 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£12 - £25Average duration5h 2m
4kg CO₂e
Average price£16 - £150Average duration1h 36m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£11 - £11Average duration2h 20m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Penrith by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Penrith?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Penrith start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £43. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Penrith?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Penrith is 1h 36m, covering a distance of 91 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 26m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Penrith route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Penrith?

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Penrith departs at 08:11. And the latest train departs at 20:14.

  5. Which 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 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Penrith?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service 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.

  8. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
£15
11/12
£19
Today
£39
13/12
£23
14/12
£17
15/12
£16
16/12
£15
17/12
£20
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Penrith was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

To 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 £15 to £143 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 £15, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.

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