The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Penrith
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Penrith will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 6 trains that leave London for Penrith on Wed, Jul 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 393 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
W3418712:30 PM3h01London Euston (EUS)3:31 PMPenrith station (PNR)$1261One-way0 transfers
W3403310:30 AM3h01London Euston (EUS)1:31 PMPenrith station (PNR)$1351One-way0 transfers
W34016 · W3428611:30 AM3h15London Euston (EUS)2:45 PMPenrith station (PNR)$1351One-way1 transfer
W339129:30 AM3h01London Euston (EUS)12:31 PMPenrith station (PNR)$1351One-way0 transfers
W3428610:40 AM4h05London Euston (EUS)2:45 PMPenrith station (PNR)$1351One-way0 transfers
W3403310:30 AM3h01London Euston (EUS)1:31 PMPenrith station (PNR)$1351One-way0 transfers
W3418712:30 PM3h01London Euston (EUS)3:31 PMPenrith station (PNR)$1261One-way0 transfers
W339129:30 AM3h01London Euston (EUS)12:31 PMPenrith station (PNR)$1351One-way0 transfers
W34016 · W3428611:30 AM3h15London Euston (EUS)2:45 PMPenrith station (PNR)$1351One-way1 transfer
W34254+
W851778:30 AM3h23London Euston (EUS)11:53 AMPenrith station (PNR)$2261One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Penrith
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $66.
Distance: 244 miles (393 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$114 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $211 Average price |
3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Penrith:
A bus is $81 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Penrith costing on average $114 (€94).
A bus is $178 (€147) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Penrith costing on average $211 (€174).
Other travel options to Penrith take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 23m.
Bus takes on average 7h 32m.
Live departures
London to Penrith train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Penrith trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34206 · W34046 | On time 5:31 AM London Euston (EUS) | 4h12 | 9:43 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1 transfer | |
W34177 | On time 7:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 10:31 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34254+ W85177 | On time 8:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h23 | 11:53 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1 transfer | |
W33912 | On time 9:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 12:31 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34033 | On time 10:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 1:31 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34286 | On time 10:40 AM London Euston (EUS) | 4h05 | 2:45 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34016 · W34286 | On time 11:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h15 | 2:45 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1 transfer | |
W34187 | On time 12:30 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 3:31 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34290 | On time 12:40 PM London Euston (EUS) | 4h07 | 4:47 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34007 · W34290 | On time 1:30 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h17 | 4:47 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1 transfer | |
W34292 | On time 1:40 PM London Euston (EUS) | 4h07 | 5:47 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Penrith
Trains from London to Penrith run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (393 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 244 miles (393 km) |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 10:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Penrith trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Penrith from $20 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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