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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Penrith
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Penrith will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Birmingham to Penrith you need to make at least one change.
C01369 · W340609:073h13Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:20Penrith station (PNR)£341One-way1 change- C01369+
W851779:072h46Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:53Penrith station (PNR)£851One-way1 change - W34144+W851708:072h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:00Penrith station (PNR)£851One-way1 change
- W33941+W8517910:072h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:57Penrith station (PNR)£851One-way1 change
- W33935+W8518211:072h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:54Penrith station (PNR)£851One-way1 change
- C01369+W851779:072h46Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:53Penrith station (PNR)£851One-way1 change
- W33935+W8518211:072h47Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:54Penrith station (PNR)£851One-way1 change
- W33941+W8517910:072h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:57Penrith station (PNR)£851One-way1 change
- W34144+W851708:072h53Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:00Penrith station (PNR)£851One-way1 change
- C01369 · W340609:073h13Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:20Penrith station (PNR)£341One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Penrith
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 249 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£45 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Penrith train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Penrith trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34144+W85170 | 8:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h53 | 11:00 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change | |
| C01369 · W34060 | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h13 | 12:20 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change | |
| C01369+W85177 | 9:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h46 | 11:53 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change | |
| W33941+W85179 | 10:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h50 | 12:57 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change | |
| W33935+W85182 | 11:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h47 | 13:54 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Penrith
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Trains from Birmingham to Penrith run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 20:23 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Birmingham to Penrith trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Birmingham and Penrith from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Penrith train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Penrith by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penrith, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Penrith
Most Birmingham to Penrith trains use the Birmingham New Street to Penrith station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Penrith train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bordesley from Birmingham city centre
Bordesley is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordesley train station facilities and services
Bordesley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bordesley.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordesley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordesley: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordesley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Penrith station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Penrith from Penrith city centre
Penrith train station facilities and services
Penrith has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penrith.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penrith: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Penrith: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penrith: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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