The average train between Penrith and North Shields takes 3h 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.
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 10:40 PM which arrives into North Shields at 8:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 36m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Penrith to North Shields? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Penrith to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at North Shields station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Penrith to North Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Penrith to North Shields train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Penrith and North Shields is 92.4 km. The road distance is 138 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 23m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 4 times a day.