The average train between Penrith and Tamworth takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Tamworth. 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 Tamworth. 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 Tamworth at 5:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Tamworth. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Tamworth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.
Penrith to Tamworth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Tamworth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Tamworth station.
Book your Penrith to Tamworth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Penrith and Tamworth is 236.5 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Tamworth via Crewe in around 3h 2m.