The average train between Penrith and Newcastle (Station) takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Newcastle (Station). 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 Newcastle (Station). 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 Newcastle (Station) at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Newcastle (Station). However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Newcastle (Station) station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Penrith to Newcastle (Station) train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.
Penrith to Newcastle (Station) train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.
Book your Penrith to Newcastle (Station) train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Penrith and Newcastle (Station) is 80.4 km. The road distance is 126 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 23m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 4 times a day.