The average train between Penrith and Gosforth takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Gosforth. 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 Gosforth. 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 Gosforth at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Gosforth. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Gosforth station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Penrith to Gosforth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.
Penrith to Gosforth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Penrith and Gosforth is 82 km. The road distance is 129 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 23m.