The average train between Scarborough and Penrith takes 5h 34m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Scarborough 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 2 hours between Scarborough and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Penrith at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 5h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 8m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Scarborough 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 Scarborough to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at Penrith station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.
Scarborough to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Scarborough to Penrith train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Scarborough and Penrith is 158 km. The road distance is 321 km.
You can take a train from Scarborough to Penrith North Lakes via York, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 4h 5m.