The average train between Penrith and Gateshead takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Gateshead. 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 Gateshead. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Gateshead at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Gateshead. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Gateshead station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Penrith to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.
Penrith to Gateshead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Penrith to Gateshead train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Penrith and Gateshead is 81.1 km. The road distance is 126 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 23m.