The average train between Penrith and Dunbar takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Dunbar. 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 3 hours between Penrith and Dunbar. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Dunbar at 6:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Dunbar station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Penrith to Dunbar train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Dunbar train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Dunbar station.
Book your Penrith to Dunbar train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Penrith and Dunbar is 149.4 km. The road distance is 237 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Dunbar via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 31m.