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Trip Overview

The average train between Penrith and Leicester takes 4h 25m 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 25m
Duration
201 mi
Distance
£79
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Penrith to Leicester train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Penrith and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 7:19 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 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 29m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 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 Saturday, November 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 31m • 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 Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country3h 28m • 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 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 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, November 17, 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, November 18, 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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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 25m

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 4h 1m.

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