The average train between Penrith and Leeds takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Leeds. 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 Leeds. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Leeds at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Leeds station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.
Penrith to Leeds train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Leeds train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Penrith to Leeds train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Leeds is 124.6 km. The road distance is 213 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Leeds via Preston in around 3h 15m.