The average train between Whitchurch and Penrith takes 3h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Whitchurch 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 Whitchurch and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 1:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Whitchurch is at 6:37 PM which arrives into Penrith at 8:48 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Whitchurch to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Whitchurch station and arriving at Penrith station via Penrith North Lakes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.
Whitchurch to Penrith train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Crewe station.
Whitchurch to Penrith train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Whitchurch to Penrith train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Whitchurch and Penrith is 188.6 km. The road distance is 219 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakes every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 39m.