The average train between Wrexham and Penrith takes 3h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Wrexham 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 Wrexham and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Wrexham is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Penrith at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 28m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Wrexham 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 Wrexham to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Wrexham station and arriving at Penrith station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Wrexham to Penrith train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Wrexham to Penrith train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Wrexham to Penrith train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Wrexham and Penrith is 180.7 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Wrexham General to Penrith North Lakes via Chester and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 4m.