The average train between Penrith and Hexham takes 1h 39m and the fastest train takes 1h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Hexham. 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 Penrith and Hexham. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Hexham at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Hexham. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Hexham station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.
Penrith to Hexham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Hexham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Hexham station.
Book your Penrith to Hexham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Hexham is 54 km. The road distance is 91 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Hexham via Carlisle in around 1h 27m.