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Trip Overview

The average train between Penrith and Wakefield takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith to Wakefield. 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 19m
Duration
142 mi
Distance
£48
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Penrith to Wakefield train times

Trains run hourly between Penrith and Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 7:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 15m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 1m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 10m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 15m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 15m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 15m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 15m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 12m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 13m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penrith to Wakefield? 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: 141.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Wakefield Kirkgate via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 21m.

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