The average train between Penrith and Harpenden takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Harpenden. 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 2 hours between Penrith and Harpenden. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 7:02 PM which arrives into Harpenden at 11:19 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Harpenden station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.
Penrith to Harpenden train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Harpenden train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Penrith to Harpenden train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Thameslink.
The distance between Penrith and Harpenden is 354.7 km. The road distance is 502 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £100–170 and the journey takes 4h 18m.