The average train between Penrith and Morpeth takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Morpeth. 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 Morpeth. 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 Morpeth at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Morpeth. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Morpeth station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Penrith to Morpeth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Penrith to Morpeth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Penrith to Morpeth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Penrith and Morpeth is 88.1 km. The road distance is 152 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 23m.