Is there a direct train from Darlington to Penrith?

The journey between Darlington and Penrith usually involves one change of train. We usually find at least one departure on the route from Darlington to Penrith every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Darlington to Penrith?

The Darlington to Penrith train travel takes about 2 hours and 25 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Darlington to Penrith train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Penrith leaving Darlington at around 06:20 and the last train leaving at around 23:57.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Darlington at around 06:20, with the final departure at 22:55.

Darlington to Penrith by train

First train

06:20
Last train

23:57

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 25m

Distance

80 kilometres
Trains per day

34

Avg. journey time

4hr 54m
Train operators

Going from Darlington to Penrith by train

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Cost of train tickets between Darlington and Penrith

The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Penrith start at £15.00. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Darlington to Penrith is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 3 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train timetable for travel between Darlington and Penrith

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Darlington to Penrith by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

First daily departure (weekday): 06:20
Last daily departure (weekday): 23:57
First daily departure (weekend): 06:20
Last daily departure (weekend): 22:55
Average number of daily trains: 34 trains
Frequency of train departures: every 16 minutes

Train duration for trips from Darlington to Penrith

The swiftest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 25 minutes, crossing a total distance of 80 kilometres.

How far in advance Darlington and Penrith tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Darlington and Penrith are available 3 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

More information on train travel from Darlington to Penrith

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FAQs about the train journey from Darlington to Penrith

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What’s the distance between Darlington and Penrith by train?

The train journey from Darlington to Penrith covers 80 kilometres in total.

How much does the train from Darlington to Penrith cost?

The minimum fare on this route is £15.00. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

How far in advance can I book my Darlington to Penrith train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 3 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does the train take from Darlington to Penrith?

The fastest travel time is 2 hours and 25 minutes.

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