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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penrith to Edinburgh
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€13
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€39
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 35 m
Trains on Sep 18
14
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penrith to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penrith to Edinburgh will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 14 trains from Penrith to Edinburgh, including 10 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W34169 · W342918:37 PM1h44Penrith station (PNR)10:21 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€131One-way1 transfer
W852088:01 PM1h37Penrith station (PNR)9:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€261One-way0 transfers- W342896:49 PM1h35Penrith station (PNR)8:24 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€261One-way0 transfers
- W342862:46 PM1h32Penrith station (PNR)4:18 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€281One-way0 transfers
- W342904:48 PM1h32Penrith station (PNR)6:20 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€281One-way0 transfers
- W342862:46 PM1h32Penrith station (PNR)4:18 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€281One-way0 transfers
- W342904:48 PM1h32Penrith station (PNR)6:20 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€281One-way0 transfers
- W342896:49 PM1h35Penrith station (PNR)8:24 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€261One-way0 transfers
- W852088:01 PM1h37Penrith station (PNR)9:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€261One-way0 transfers
- W851689:59 AM1h38Penrith station (PNR)11:37 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Penrith to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penrith to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 146 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Penrith to Edinburgh:
A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penrith to Edinburgh costing on average €25.
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 0m.
Live departures
Penrith to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Penrith to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W85164 | On time 7:59 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h42 | 9:41 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85168 | On time 9:59 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h38 | 11:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34177 · W34144 | On time 10:32 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h48 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W85177 | On time 11:53 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h39 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33912 · W33941 | On time 12:32 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h47 | 2:19 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W85182 | On time 1:55 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h41 | 3:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34286 | On time 2:46 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h32 | 4:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85191 | On time 4:00 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h40 | 5:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34290 | On time 4:48 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h32 | 6:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85201 | On time 6:01 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h39 | 7:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34289 | On time 6:49 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h35 | 8:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penrith to Edinburgh
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Trains from Penrith to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 10:04 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Penrith to Edinburgh trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Penrith and Edinburgh from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Penrith to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penrith to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penrith to Edinburgh
Most Penrith to Edinburgh trains use the Penrith to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Penrith and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Penrith station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Penrith from Penrith city centre
Penrith train station facilities and services
Penrith has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penrith.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penrith: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Penrith: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penrith: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Brunstane from Edinburgh city centre
Brunstane is 6 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Brunstane train station facilities and services
Brunstane has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brunstane.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brunstane: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Brunstane: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brunstane: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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