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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Penrith
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
125 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Penrith will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Leeds for Penrith on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
06:48AM3h14
Leeds10:02AMPenrith
$311One-way
0 transfers
08:18AM4h13
Leeds12:31PMPenrith
$311One-way
0 transfers
04:47AM3h56
Leeds08:43AMPenrith
$351One-way
0 transfers
06:48AM3h14
Leeds10:02AMPenrith
$311One-way
0 transfers
04:47AM3h56
Leeds08:43AMPenrith
$351One-way
0 transfers
08:18AM4h13
Leeds12:31PMPenrith
$311One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leeds to Penrith
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€38 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leeds to Penrith train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Penrith trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 7:28 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:47 AM Leeds | 3h56 | 8:43 AM Penrith | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:48 AM Leeds | 3h14 | 10:02 AM Penrith | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:18 AM Leeds | 4h13 | 12:31 PM Penrith | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Penrith
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $11 (€9)
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 02:26 |
Last train 21:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Leeds to Penrith start from as low as $21 (€17) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $46 (€38) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $11 (€9)
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express from Leeds to Penrith trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds and Penrith from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 42m
Cheapest Price
$25 (€20)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
$32 (€26)
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Penrith
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Penrith by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penrith, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Leeds to Penrith is 77 miles (125 km).
For a comprehensive experience in Penrith, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore popular attractions like the Lake District National Park, historical sites, and local dining spots.
The train station in Leeds that goes to Penrith is Leeds station (LDS), which connects to Penrith station (PNR).
There is no high speed train available from Leeds to Penrith.
The train from Leeds to Penrith takes 2h 41m and runs 6 per day.
A day trip from Leeds to Penrith is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 41m and trains run 6 times per day, covering a distance of 77 miles (125 km).
The last train from Leeds to Penrith leaves at 9:50 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Leeds to Penrith.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leeds to Penrith.
Train ticket prices from Leeds to Penrith can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $21 (€17), while the average price is around $46 (€38).
The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Penrith is by bus, with a cost of around $11 (€9).
The first train from Leeds to Penrith leaves at 2:26 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Leeds to Penrith.
Yes, the train journey from Leeds to Penrith is considered scenic as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales and the Eden Valley, offering views of rolling hills, lush greenery, and charming rural villages.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Penrith
Leeds
Penrith
The major train station for departures in Leeds is Bramley (West Yorks). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bramley (West Yorks) for your trip from Leeds to Penrith.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
Lost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Bramley (West Yorks)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
TaxisAccessibility
HotelLost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Burley Park
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Headingley
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
Accessibility
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transit options for Leeds
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
The major train station for arrivals in Penrith is Penrith. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penrith for your journey to Penrith from Leeds.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 11:30 - 19:00 Advance purchase tickets are available between 09:10 and 16:30 Monday at Saturday and from 08:00 to 16:30 on a Sunday
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Penrith
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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