The average train between Manchester and Penrith takes 1h 35m and the fastest train takes 1h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester 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 Manchester and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Penrith at 9:59 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Penrith station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.
Manchester to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Manchester to Penrith train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Manchester and Penrith is 136 km. The road distance is 165 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakes hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 36m.
