The average train between Sale and Penrith takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Sale 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 hourly between Sale and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 12:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Sale is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Penrith at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Sale to Penrith? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Sale to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Sale station and arriving at Penrith station via Penrith North Lakes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Sale to Penrith train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Sale to Penrith train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
The distance between Sale and Penrith is 140.8 km. The road distance is 174 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakes hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 39m.