The average train between Penrith and Chirk takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Chirk. 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 every 2 hours between Penrith and Chirk. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Chirk at 5:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Chirk. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Chirk station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Penrith to Chirk train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Chirk train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Penrith to Chirk train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Penrith and Chirk is 193.8 km. The road distance is 263 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Chirk via Manchester Piccadilly and Chester in around 4h 9m.