The average train between Doncaster and Penrith takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Doncaster 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 hourly between Doncaster and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Doncaster is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Penrith at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Doncaster to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Doncaster station and arriving at Penrith station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Doncaster to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Doncaster station.
Doncaster to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Doncaster to Penrith train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Doncaster and Penrith is 165.5 km. The road distance is 262 km.
You can take a train from Doncaster to Penrith North Lakes via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 51m.