The average train between Shrewsbury and Penrith takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 12:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Penrith at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 53m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury station and arriving at Penrith North Lakes station via Crewe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Shrewsbury to Penrith train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Shrewsbury to Penrith train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
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The distance between Shrewsbury and Penrith is 217.5 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Penrith North Lakes via Crewe in around 3h 30m.