The average train between Aviemore and Penrith takes 6h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Aviemore 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 4 hours between Aviemore and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aviemore is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Penrith at 11:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Aviemore station and arriving at Penrith station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.
Aviemore to Penrith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aviemore station.
Aviemore to Penrith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Aviemore to Penrith train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Aviemore and Penrith is 288.9 km. The road distance is 430 km.
You can take a train from Aviemore to Penrith North Lakes via Haymarket in around 5h 6m.