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It takes an average of 3h 12m to travel from Runcorn to Penrith (North Lakes) by train, over a distance of around 91 miles (147 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Runcorn to Penrith (North Lakes) and tickets for this journey start from £14 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:07 | |
| Departure station | Runcorn | |
| Arrival station | Penrith (North Lakes) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 12m | |
| Distance | 91 miles (147 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £14 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Runcorn to Penrith (North Lakes) in 2 hours 12 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Runcorn to Penrith (North Lakes)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 12 minutes to travel the 91 miles (147 km) from Runcorn to Penrith (North Lakes) by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 15 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to Penrith (North Lakes). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Runcorn to Penrith (North Lakes) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £14.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Penrith (North Lakes) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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