Penrith to Leicester by train

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Overview: trains from Penrith to Leicester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Penrith to Leicester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:58 View journey
Last train 21:40 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 25m View journey
Distance (km) 250
Trains / day 29 View all
Cheapest journey US$93.50 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 25m
Train operators 11

Taking the train from Penrith to Leicester

So you’re considering going from Penrith to Leicester by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of a train ticket between Penrith and Leicester

The cheapest ticket price along this route is US$93.50. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Penrith to Leicester departure timetable

On this route, 29 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Penrith at 05:59 and the last leaving at 21:40 during the week.

For weekend travel to Leicester, the earliest departure is at 05:58 and the last one is at 21:39. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 26 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Penrith and Leicester

The route’s fastest journey takes 3 hours and 25 minutes, covering a total of 250 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Penrith to Leicester trains

Tickets for travel to Leicester along this route are available for purchase 4 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

More information on train travel from Penrith to Leicester

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Leicester city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Penrith to Leicester

Want to know more about your journey from Penrith to Leicester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Penrith to Leicester covers 250 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.