Hitchin to Penrith (North Lakes) by train
| First train | 07:04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:41 | |
| Departure station | Hitchin | |
| Arrival station | Penrith (North Lakes) | |
| Journey time | From 5h 17m | |
| Distance | 214 miles (344 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Great Northern, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Hitchin to Penrith (North Lakes) by train
Looking to travel from Hitchin to Penrith (North Lakes) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 7 hours 48 minutes to travel from Hitchin to Penrith (North Lakes) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 17 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 214 miles (344 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Penrith (North Lakes), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway to get to Penrith (North Lakes). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
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