The average train between Penrith and Stoke-on-Trent takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Stoke-on-Trent. 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 every 4 hours between Penrith and Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Stoke-on-Trent at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Penrith to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Penrith to Stoke-on-Trent train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railways and 2 other operators.
The distance between Penrith and Stoke-on-Trent is 188.5 km. The road distance is 221 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewe every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 40m.