The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmslow to Penrith
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmslow to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmslow to Penrith will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wilmslow for Penrith every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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.
7:492h27Wilmslow10:16Penrith£391One-way0 changes
7:492h27Wilmslow10:16Penrith£391One-way0 changes
Live departures
Wilmslow to Penrith train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmslow to Penrith trains for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:49 Wilmslow | 2h27 | 10:16 Penrith | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmslow to Penrith
Trains from Wilmslow to Penrith run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 19:36 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transpennine Express from Wilmslow to Penrith trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Wilmslow and Penrith from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wilmslow to Penrith train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmslow 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Wilmslow and Penrith
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platforms 1, 3 and 4 only - Access to Manchester and Crewe platforms by means of subway from booking hall and ramp to each platform. Access to Manchester Airport platform from rear car park via ramp. Use help point button to call assistance to unlock the gate onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up & set down in the Short Stay Car Park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 11:30 - 19:00 Advance purchase tickets are available between 09:10 and 16:30 Monday at Saturday and from 08:00 to 16:30 on a Sunday
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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