The average train between Penrith and Sellafield takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Sellafield. 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 4 hours between Penrith and Sellafield. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Sellafield at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Penrith to Sellafield? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Sellafield station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Penrith to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sellafield station.
Book your Penrith to Sellafield train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Sellafield is 55.3 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Sellafield via Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness in around 4h 10m.