The average train between North Shields and Penrith takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from North Shields 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 North Shields and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from North Shields is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Penrith at 7:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Monument and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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2h 35m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from North Shields 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 North Shields to Penrith. However, there are services departing from North Shields station and arriving at Penrith station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
North Shields to Penrith train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle station.
North Shields to Penrith train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Carlisle station.
The distance between North Shields and Penrith is 92.4 km. The road distance is 138 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Newcastle to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 21m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 4 times a day.