Chester to Penrith by train

Discover Chester to Penrith by train

Planning a train adventure from Chester to Penrith? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Cost of train travel from Chester to Penrith

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Chester to Penrith:

• Cheapest ticket: CA$29.25

• 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.