The average train between Plymouth and Penrith takes 7h 37m and the fastest train takes 6h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth to Penrith. 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 Plymouth and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 8:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Penrith at 9:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Penrith station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.
Plymouth to Penrith train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Penrith train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Plymouth to Penrith train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Plymouth and Penrith is 486.6 km. The road distance is 629 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Penrith North Lakes via Birmingham New Street in around 7h 9m.