The average train between Hull and Penrith takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Hull 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 Hull and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Penrith at 8:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hull to Penrith? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Hull to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Penrith station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.
Hull to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Hull to Penrith train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Hull and Penrith is 187.9 km. The road distance is 296 km.
You can take a train from Hull to Penrith North Lakes via Leeds and Preston in around 4h 27m.