The average train between Folkestone and Penrith takes 4h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Folkestone 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 Folkestone and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Penrith at 12:35 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Folkestone to Penrith? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Penrith station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.
Folkestone to Penrith train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Penrith train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Folkestone to Penrith train tickets online with Southeastern and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Folkestone and Penrith is 477.6 km. The road distance is 563 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Penrith North Lakes via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 4h 58m.