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Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) by train
| First train | 09:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:28 | |
| Departure station | Welwyn Garden City | |
| Arrival station | Penrith (North Lakes) | |
| Journey time | From 5h 17m | |
| Distance | 224 miles (361 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) by train
Looking to travel from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 9 hours 22 minutes to travel from Welwyn Garden City 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 224 miles (361 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 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 Thameslink 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.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) take?
The average journey time by train between Welwyn Garden City and Penrith (North Lakes) is 9 hours and 22 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Welwyn Garden City and Penrith (North Lakes) by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) is 5 hours and 17 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes)?
No, there are no direct train services from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes). Travelling from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.
What time does the first train from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) leave?
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) leaves at 09:28. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) leave?
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) leaves at 21:28. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Welwyn Garden City and Penrith (North Lakes) by train?
Trains travelling from Welwyn Garden City to Penrith (North Lakes) cover a distance of around 224 miles (361 km) during the journey.
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