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The average train between Penrith and Birmingham takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 29m
Duration
175 mi
Distance
£72
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Penrith to Birmingham train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Penrith and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:41 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 3m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastTransport for Wales8h 39m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 4m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 2m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 1m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 56m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 58m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penrith to Birmingham? 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.

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  • Distance: 174.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Birmingham New Street via Crewe in around 2h 52m.

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