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10:323h04Penrith13:36Edinburgh£181One-way0 changes- 8:443h20Penrith12:04Edinburgh£181One-way0 changes
- 9:323h04Penrith12:36Edinburgh£191One-way0 changes
- 20:371h44Penrith22:21Edinburgh£451One-way0 changes
- 20:371h44Penrith22:21Edinburgh£451One-way0 changes
- 10:323h04Penrith13:36Edinburgh£181One-way0 changes
- 9:323h04Penrith12:36Edinburgh£191One-way0 changes
- 8:443h20Penrith12:04Edinburgh£181One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Penrith to Edinburgh
The cheapest option from Penrith to Edinburgh is coach, with an average price of £15. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Penrith to Edinburgh among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 146 km
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£28 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Penrith to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Penrith to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:44 Penrith | 3h20 | 12:04 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:32 Penrith | 3h04 | 12:36 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:32 Penrith | 3h04 | 13:36 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:37 Penrith | 1h44 | 22:21 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penrith to Edinburgh
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Penrith to Edinburgh, including 3 direct trains, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Lowest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 22:04 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Penrith to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Penrith and Edinburgh from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Penrith to Edinburgh train
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
Important Stations and Airports in Penrith and 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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