The average train between Penrith and Aviemore takes 6h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Aviemore. 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 5 times a day between Penrith and Aviemore. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Aviemore at 7:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Aviemore station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.
Penrith to Aviemore train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Aviemore train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Aviemore station.
Book your Penrith to Aviemore train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper and 3 other operators.
The distance between Penrith and Aviemore is 288.9 km. The road distance is 434 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Aviemore via Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 42m.