Leicester to Penrith train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Leicester to Penrith by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Leicester to Penrith take around 3 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 250 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leicester is scheduled to depart at around  07:10. The last departure is usually at around 23:53 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leicester at around 00:01, with the last train leaving at around 23:28. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 30 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €78.72.

We think any time is a great time to visit Penrith, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Penrith.

Is there a direct train from Leicester to Penrith?

The journey between Leicester and Penrith usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leicester to Penrith every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Leicester to Penrith train travel takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leicester to Penrith train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Penrith leaving Leicester at around 07:10 and the last train leaving at around 23:53 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 00:01, with the final departure at 23:28.