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Outbound fromWakefield to Penrith (North Lakes) by train
It takes an average of 4h 3m to travel from Wakefield to Penrith (North Lakes) by train, over a distance of around 84 miles (136 km). There are normally 24 trains per day travelling from Wakefield to Penrith (North Lakes) and tickets for this journey start from £64.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:11 | |
| Departure station | Wakefield | |
| Arrival station | Penrith (North Lakes) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 6m | |
| Distance | 84 miles (136 km) | |
| Frequency | 24 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £64.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway |
How to travel from Wakefield to Penrith (North Lakes) by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Wakefield to Penrith (North Lakes)? Look no further.
You'll usually find 24 trains per day running between Wakefield and Penrith (North Lakes), which usually take 4 hours 3 minutes to complete the 84 miles (136 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 6 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Penrith (North Lakes) by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Wakefield to Penrith (North Lakes) start from £64.30 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Penrith (North Lakes)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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