Carlisle, United Kingdom to Penrith: Road Trip Guide & Distance

17.4 miles 28 km · straight line
22.6 miles estimated 36.4 km · driving distance
27min estimated drive time
£3 - £4 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
155° SSE bearing direction

How far is Carlisle, United Kingdom from Penrith?

The distance from Carlisle, United Kingdom to Penrith is 17.4 miles (28 km) as the crow flies. Penrith is located SSE of Carlisle, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 22.6 miles, taking about 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Carlisle, United Kingdom and Penrith. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Carlisle, United Kingdom to Penrith

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27min £3 - £4 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Carlisle, United Kingdom
54.90°N, 2.94°W
Europe/London
29m elevation
Penrith
54.67°N, 2.76°W
Europe/London
146m elevation
Explore more routes from Penrith

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients