The average train between Thirsk and Penrith takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Thirsk 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 Thirsk and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Thirsk is at 7:09 PM which arrives into Penrith at 5:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Northallerton and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 48m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Thirsk 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 Thirsk to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Thirsk station and arriving at Penrith station via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Thirsk to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Northallerton station.
Thirsk to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Thirsk to Penrith train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Thirsk and Penrith is 103.4 km. The road distance is 218 km.
You can take a train from Thirsk to Penrith North Lakes via Northallerton, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 3h 47m.