The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Penrith
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Penrith will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newcastle for Penrith on Sun, Dec 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 14 the direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
On Sun, Dec 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 26 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Newcastle to Penrith
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €49.
Distance: 50 miles (81 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Penrith train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Penrith trains for today, Saturday, December 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:40 PM Newcastle | 2h09 | 2:49 PM Penrith | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Northern Rail (3) operates all train services from Newcastle to Penrith. Omio is the only official third party seller for Northern Rail (3) tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Penrith
Trains from Newcastle to Penrith run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 21:37 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Newcastle to Penrith trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Newcastle and Penrith from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Newcastle to Penrith
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newcastle to Penrith
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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