The average train between Leicester and Penrith takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester 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 Leicester and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Penrith at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Penrith station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Leicester to Penrith train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nuneaton station.
Leicester to Penrith train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Leicester to Penrith train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Penrith is 249.6 km. The road distance is 324 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Penrith North Lakes via Nuneaton and Crewe in around 4h 36m.