The average train between Sellafield and Penrith takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Sellafield 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 4 hours between Sellafield and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 7:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sellafield is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Penrith at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Barrow-in-Furness and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sellafield 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 Sellafield to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Sellafield station and arriving at Penrith station via Barrow-in-Furness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Sellafield to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sellafield station.
Sellafield to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Sellafield to Penrith train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Sellafield and Penrith is 55.3 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Sellafield to Penrith North Lakes via Barrow-in-Furness and Lancaster in around 3h 30m.