The average train between Seaham and Penrith takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Seaham 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 hourly between Seaham and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Seaham is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Penrith at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Seaham to Penrith? 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 Seaham to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Seaham station and arriving at Penrith station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Seaham to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Seaham station.
Seaham to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Seaham to Penrith train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Seaham and Penrith is 92.6 km. The road distance is 153 km.
You can take a train from Seaham to Penrith North Lakes via Newcastle and Carlisle in around 2h 50m.