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Penrith to North Shields trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Penrith and North Shields takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to North Shields. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 1m
Duration
86 mi
Distance
£36
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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2h 37m
£29–54

Penrith to North Shields train times

Trains run hourly between Penrith and North Shields. 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 North Shields at 8:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 12m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 34m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 11m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 13m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 41m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 33m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 46m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 44m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 28m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 37m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 41m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 33m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Penrith to North Shields.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 85.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and North Shields, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 23m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 4 times a day.

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