The average train between Newquay and Penrith takes 11h 5m and the fastest train takes 8h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Newquay 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 Newquay and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newquay is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Penrith at 4:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 11h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 25m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Newquay 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 Newquay to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Newquay station and arriving at Penrith station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.
Newquay to Penrith train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Newquay to Penrith train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Newquay to Penrith train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Newquay and Penrith is 497.8 km. The road distance is 716 km.
You can take a train from Newquay to Penrith North Lakes via Par, Plymouth, and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 57m.