The average train between Penrith and Manchester takes 1h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Manchester. 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 Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Manchester at 11:21 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Penrith station and arriving at Manchester station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.
Penrith to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
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The distance between Penrith and Manchester is 136 km. The road distance is 165 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 33m.