The average train between Penrith and Perth takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Perth. 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 every 3 hours between Penrith and Perth. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Perth at 8:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Perth. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Perth station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Penrith to Perth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Perth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Penrith to Perth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Penrith and Perth is 196.9 km. The road distance is 276 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Perth via Haymarket in around 3h 31m.