The average train between Sheffield and Penrith takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 3:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 7:11 PM which arrives into Penrith at 9:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Penrith station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.
Sheffield to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Sheffield to Penrith train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Sheffield and Penrith is 165.7 km. The road distance is 233 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Penrith North Lakes via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 23m.