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Outbound fromPenrith (North Lakes) to Newcastle by train
It takes an average of 3h 1m to travel from Penrith (North Lakes) to Newcastle by train, over a distance of around 50 miles (81 km). There are normally 64 trains per day travelling from Penrith (North Lakes) to Newcastle and tickets for this journey start from £7.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:38 | |
| Departure station | Penrith (North Lakes) | |
| Arrival station | Newcastle | |
| Journey time | From 1h 44m | |
| Distance | 50 miles (81 km) | |
| Frequency | 64 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £7.80 | |
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Travel from Penrith to Newcastle by train in 1h 46m
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There are around 52 trains running between Penrith and Newcastle daily, which usually take 2h 36m to complete the journey over 50 miles (81 km). Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Newcastle from Penrith, you'll just need to make 1 to 2 changes along the way. The main train operator on this route is TransPennine Express, on which you’ll find free WiFi, plug sockets and access to their onboard entertainment platform. The fastest train time to Newcastle is 1h 46m, and if you’re making a change or two during your journey, you may travel with some other train companies along the way too.
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time and get a Railcard. You can check ticket prices in our Journey Planner at the top of the page.
If you want to know more about the journey from Penrith to Newcastle by train, keep reading for timetable, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Penrith (North Lakes) to Newcastle
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