The average train between Gateshead and Penrith takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Gateshead to Penrith. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Gateshead and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 9:26 PM which arrives into Penrith at 5:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Penrith station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Gateshead to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Gateshead to Penrith train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Gateshead and Penrith is 81.1 km. The road distance is 126 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Newcastle to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 21m.