The average train between Aberdeen and Penrith takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Penrith. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Aberdeen and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Penrith at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Penrith station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Aberdeen to Penrith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Penrith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Aberdeen to Penrith train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Aberdeen and Penrith is 278.6 km. The road distance is 393 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to Penrith North Lakes via Haymarket in around 4h 54m.