Chester to Penrith by train
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Overview: trains from Chester to Penrith
Find the key information for travelling by train from Chester to Penrith, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
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Cost of train travel from Chester to Penrith
Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Chester to Penrith:
Cheapest ticket: AU$32.85
Pricing when booking a month in advance:
Pricing when booking a week in advance:
Comparing train prices with Rail Europe
Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.
Train schedule for travel between Chester and Penrith
While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 42 trains make this journey of 163 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Chester is at 03:34 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 20:20.
During the weekend, 05:38 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:22 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 21 minutes.
Average train travel time and distance from Chester to Penrith
On this route, the fastest trip lasts 1 hour and 50 minutes, spanning 163 kilometres in total.
How early can you book train tickets from Chester to Penrith?
Tickets on this route typically go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.
Learn even more about travelling from Chester to Penrith by train
Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Penrith.
FAQs about the train journey from Chester to Penrith
Want to know more about your journey from Chester to Penrith? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Chester and Penrith is 163 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket on this route is AU$32.85. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .
Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 4 and a half months in advance.
The fastest travel time is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
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