The average train between Penrith and Knutsford takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Knutsford. 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 Knutsford. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Knutsford at 6:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Knutsford. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Knutsford station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Penrith to Knutsford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Knutsford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Knutsford station.
Book your Penrith to Knutsford train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Penrith and Knutsford is 153.7 km. The road distance is 199 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Knutsford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 1m.