The average train between Penrith and Brough takes 5h 16m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Brough. 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 Penrith and Brough. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Brough at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 5h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Penrith to Brough? 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 Penrith to Brough. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Brough station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.
Penrith to Brough train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Brough train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Brough station.
Book your Penrith to Brough train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Brough is 176.3 km. The road distance is 279 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Brough via Preston and Leeds in around 4h 20m.