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6:460h14Carlisle7:00Penrith£41One-way0 changes- 8:480h14Carlisle9:02Penrith£41One-way0 changes
- 8:080h14Carlisle8:22Penrith£51One-way0 changes
18:340h14Carlisle18:48Penrith£91One-way0 changes
- 18:340h14Carlisle18:48Penrith£91One-way0 changes
- 8:080h14Carlisle8:22Penrith£51One-way0 changes
- 6:460h14Carlisle7:00Penrith£41One-way0 changes
- 8:480h14Carlisle9:02Penrith£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlisle to Penrith
The cheapest option from Carlisle to Penrith is train, with an average price of £5. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Penrith among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.
Distance: 28 km
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44m Average total duration Fastest option 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Penrith train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle 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 |
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| 6:46 Carlisle | 0h14 | 7:00 Penrith | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:08 Carlisle | 0h14 | 8:22 Penrith | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:48 Carlisle | 0h14 | 9:02 Penrith | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:34 Carlisle | 0h14 | 18:48 Penrith | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Penrith
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Carlisle to Penrith, including 7 direct trains, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 14m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Lowest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Carlisle to Penrith trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Carlisle and Penrith from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Penrith train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle and Penrith
Most Carlisle to Penrith trains use the Carlisle to Penrith station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Penrith train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Penrith leave from?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. 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 Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, 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.
Which Penrith station do trains from Carlisle 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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