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Penrith and Eden Museum
Town museum in a former school with displays on Penrith, local farming, railways and archaeology. A useful introduction to the area.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Penrith
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 27 m
Trains on 19 Sept
16
Distance
164 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Penrith will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Fast trains
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 16 trains from Glasgow to Penrith, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.
W337544:261h33Glasgow Central (GLC)5:59Penrith station (PNR)£151One-way0 changes
W848944:521h45Glasgow Central (GLC)6:37Penrith station (PNR)£161One-way0 changes- W335455:331h28Glasgow Central (GLC)7:01Penrith station (PNR)£161One-way0 changes
- W336495:481h29Glasgow Central (GLC)7:17Penrith station (PNR)£171One-way0 changes
- C0136613:421h27Glasgow Central (GLC)15:09Penrith station (PNR)£171One-way0 changes
- W334728:381h25Glasgow Central (GLC)10:03Penrith station (PNR)£341One-way0 changes
- C0136613:421h27Glasgow Central (GLC)15:09Penrith station (PNR)£171One-way0 changes
- W3370411:361h28Glasgow Central (GLC)13:04Penrith station (PNR)£201One-way0 changes
- W335455:331h28Glasgow Central (GLC)7:01Penrith station (PNR)£161One-way0 changes
- W336495:481h29Glasgow Central (GLC)7:17Penrith station (PNR)£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Penrith
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. 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 coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 164 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£18 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Penrith is a coach with an average price of £13.
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Penrith:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Penrith costing on average £18.
The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Penrith is by train with an average journey time of 1h 56m.
Other travel options to Penrith take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 35m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Penrith including taking a coach and train.
Live departures
Glasgow to Penrith train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Penrith trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33754 | 4:26 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h33 | 5:59 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84894 | 4:52 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h45 | 6:37 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33545 | 5:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h28 | 7:01 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33649 | 5:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h29 | 7:17 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33776+W84900 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h47 | 9:47 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change | |
| W84883 | 8:10 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h42 | 9:52 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33472 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h25 | 10:03 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84904 | 9:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h40 | 10:49 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01363 | 9:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h31 | 11:13 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33467 · W33398 | 10:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h40 | 12:20 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change | |
| W33704 | 11:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h28 | 13:04 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84886 | 12:08 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h34 | 13:42 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33446 · W33596 | 12:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h40 | 14:20 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change | |
| W84914 | 13:09 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h38 | 14:47 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01366 | 13:42 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h27 | 15:09 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33687 · W33762 | 14:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 1h45 | 16:19 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Penrith
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Penrith run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 1h 24m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Scotrail from Glasgow to Penrith trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Scotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Penrith from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£15
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£15
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Scotrail
About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Scotrail Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Scotrail Price
£32
Scotrail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Penrith
Things to do in Penrith
Discover the best of Penrith — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Penrith trip today.
- Recommended
The Museum of Military Life
Historic house and military museum covering the Border Regiment and county regiments. Includes uniforms, medals and stories from Cumbria's soldiers.
- Recommended
Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens
A restored country house near Penrith with collections, period interiors and landscaped grounds. Suitable for visitors wanting history beyond the town.
- Recommended
Penrith Beacon
Beacon Hill parkland above Penrith with woodland paths, open lawns and far-reaching views. Popular for an easy walk and sunset viewpoints.
- Recommended
Eamont Valley
A scenic section of the valley west of Penrith, popular for walking, riverside views and access to villages and fells.
Market Square
Elegant town square framed by historic buildings and shops. A practical starting point for exploring central Penrith on foot.
Cumberland Sausage
A classic Cumberland sausage made in a long coil with pepper and herbs. It is a defining Cumbrian speciality often linked with local farming traditions.
- Vegetarian
Cumbrian Rum Nicky
A rich fruit cake from Cumbria made with dried fruit, spices and tea, traditionally eaten with Wensleydale cheese in the region.
- Vegetarian
Grasmere Gingerbread
A traditional Cumbrian celebration cake with currants, butter and spices, baked flat and sliced for tea, fairs and family gatherings.
Four and Twenty
Popular town-centre restaurant known for Turkish and Mediterranean cooking, generous portions and a lively, friendly atmosphere.
Three Crowns Tea Shop
Established Penrith café and bakery known for breakfasts, lunches, cakes and good coffee in a busy, casual setting.
FYR
Smart but relaxed restaurant at North Lakes Hotel, serving modern British dishes with local produce in a polished setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation is often cheaper than major cities, while dining and local transport are fairly typical for a popular Lake District gateway.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food, cafés, or pub deals.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. In cafés and pubs, tipping is optional but appreciated.
FAQs: Glasgow to Penrith train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Penrith 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 Penrith, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Penrith can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from Glasgow to Penrith covers a distance of 164 km and takes approximately 1h 24m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Glasgow to Penrith is 164 km.
The first train from Glasgow to Penrith leaves at 4:22.
The last train from Glasgow to Penrith departs at 22:38.
Trains from Glasgow to Penrith run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Glasgow to Penrith.
Yes, there is a direct train between Glasgow and Penrith. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express.
To get from Glasgow to Penrith, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Glasgow to Penrith.
The train station in Glasgow that goes to Penrith is Glasgow Central (GLC), and it arrives at Penrith station (PNR).
The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Penrith is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Glasgow to Penrith in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Glasgow to Penrith is considered scenic, as it passes through picturesque landscapes featuring rolling hills, lush greenery, and charming rural vistas, offering passengers a visually pleasing experience.
Yes, a day trip from Glasgow to Penrith is feasible with a journey duration of 1h 24m and a distance of 164 km. Trains operate 6 times per day.
To fully explore Penrith and its surrounding attractions, such as the Lake District National Park and historical sites, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This allows time to enjoy outdoor activities, visit local landmarks, and experience the town's charm.
Yes, you can take the train from Glasgow to Penrith.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Penrith
Most Glasgow to Penrith trains use the Glasgow Central to Penrith station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Penrith train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Glasgow
Arrival train stations in Penrith
Glasgow CentralGordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Bus18, 10, 6, X8, N267, 18A, 75, 7A, 7, N18, 263, 267 · 2m · £2 · every ~78 min
SubwaySub · 26m · £2 · every ~57 min
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Which Penrith station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Trains from Glasgow to Penrith most often arrive at Penrith. Some services arrive at Langwathby, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Penrith arrival station.
PenrithPenrith (North Lakes) station, Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7JQ
City-centre transport
Getting to Penrith from Penrith city centre
Bus688, 689, 690P, 691 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
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.
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