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Penrith to Thirsk trains

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The average train between Penrith and Thirsk takes 4h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Thirsk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 38m
Duration
136 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Newcastle upon Tyne

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3h 53m
£41–77

Penrith to Thirsk train times

Trains run hourly between Penrith and Thirsk. 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 Thirsk at 9:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 21m • 3 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express8h 48m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Grand Central Trains11h 10m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 23m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Grand Central Trains3h 48m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express3h 58m • 3 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Grand Central Trains3h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 23m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Grand Central Trains3h 48m • 3 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express3h 22m • 3 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Grand Central Trains3h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Grand Central Trains4h 31m • 3 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 34m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Grand Central Trains4h 46m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 23m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Grand Central Trains3h 48m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express3h 58m • 3 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Grand Central Trains3h 15m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penrith to Thirsk? 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.

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  • Distance: 135.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Thirsk, England?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Thirsk via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Northallerton in around 3h 53m.

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