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The average train between Penrith and Leicester takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Leicester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 20m
Duration
201 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain train Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain train Crewe - London Euston / ...
3h 59m
£60–128

Penrith to Leicester train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Penrith and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:41 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 49m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 30m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 45m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 36m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 36m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penrith to Leicester? 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 Leicester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 201.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Leicester via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 3h 59m.

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