The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Keswick
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Keswick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Keswick will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
Of the 12 trains that leave London for Keswick every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 398 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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W02428
W02425 · L02374
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W02425 · L02374
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C74100Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Keswick
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Keswick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £44.
Distance: 398 km
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£86 Average Price | £153 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Keswick train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Keswick trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W02432 | On time 08:30 London Euston (EUS) | 3h06 | 11:36 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
W02432+ L06074 | On time 08:30 London Euston (EUS) | 4h09 | 12:39 Aspatria station (ASP) | 1 change | |
W02430+ L05465 | On time 09:30 London Euston (EUS) | 4h07 | 13:37 Aspatria station (ASP) | 1 change | |
W02430 | On time 09:30 London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 12:31 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
W02428+ L06092 | 10:30 London Euston (EUS) | 4h06 | 14:36 Aspatria station (ASP) | 1 change | |
W02428 | 10:30 London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 13:31 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
L02374 | 10:40 London Euston (EUS) | 4h05 | 14:45 Penrith station (PNR) | 0 changesdirect | |
W02425+ Y25204 | On time 11:30 London Euston (EUS) | 4h10 | 15:40 Aspatria station (ASP) | 1 change | |
W02425 · L02374 | On time 11:30 London Euston (EUS) | 3h15 | 14:45 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change | |
W02423+ Y25197 | On time 12:30 London Euston (EUS) | 4h24 | 16:54 Aspatria station (ASP) | 1 change | |
W02423+ C74100 | On time 12:30 London Euston (EUS) | 3h28 | 15:58 Penrith station (PNR) | 1 change | |
W02419+ L06042 | On time 13:30 London Euston (EUS) | 4h05 | 17:35 Aspatria station (ASP) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Keswick
Trains from London to Keswick run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 398 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 398 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from London to Keswick trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between London and Keswick from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from London to Keswick
Keswick is considered the gateway to the Lake District, and although it does not have its own train station, travellers can easily go from London to nearby Windermere, Penrith, or Aspatria by rail. Trains on this route depart from Euston station two or three times per hour, starting before 6:00 a.m. and ending before midnight. The average journey takes 4 hours, although slower trains can take twice as long. The fastest option is to travel to Penrith and then drive or take a bus to Keswick. Some trains require changing in Crewe, Lancaster, and other small towns in the Lake District. This service is provided by Virgin trains, Northern rail, Caledonian, and Transpennine Express.
FAQs: London to Keswick train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Keswick 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 Keswick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Keswick
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms including level boarding to Thameslink trains from Zone C on both platforms. Manual ramps are available for other zones and for London Underground services.
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Metro: Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City Lines
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
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