The average train between Preston and Penrith takes 53 min and the fastest train takes 49 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Preston to Penrith. 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 30 minutes between Preston and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Penrith at 10:36 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 53 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Penrith station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 53 min.
Preston to Penrith train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Penrith train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Preston to Penrith train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Preston and Penrith is 100.5 km. The road distance is 115 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Penrith North Lakes hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 50 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly.
