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Penrith to Birmingham NEC trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Penrith and Birmingham NEC takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Birmingham NEC. 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 6m
Duration
195 mi
Distance
£75
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Penrith to Birmingham NEC train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Penrith and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 5:26 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 8:30 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    train train 3h 3m • Direct
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    train train 3h 8m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    train train 3h 7m • Direct
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    train train 3h 2m • Direct
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    train train 3h 11m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 3h 7m • Direct
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    train train 3h 2m • Direct
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    train train 3h 11m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 3h 7m • Direct
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    train train 3h 2m • Direct
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    train train 3h 11m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 3h 7m • Direct
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    train train 3h 2m • Direct
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    train train 3h 11m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 3h 7m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 11m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 3h 8m • Direct
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    train train 3h 4m • Direct
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    train train 3h 2m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penrith to Birmingham NEC? 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.

Map of how to get from Penrith to Birmingham NEC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 194.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 6m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to Birmingham International every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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