The average train between Salford and Penrith takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is an hourly train service from Salford 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 Salford and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salford is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Penrith at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 59m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Salford 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 Salford to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Salford station and arriving at Penrith station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Salford to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Salford Crescent station.
Salford to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Salford to Penrith train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Salford and Penrith is 134.5 km. The road distance is 162 km.
You can take a train from Salford Crescent to Penrith North Lakes via Preston in around 1h 55m.