Train from Penrith to Manchester: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Penrith to Manchester on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Penrith (North Lakes)
Manchester AirportCheapest
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Penrith (North Lakes)
Manchester AirportFastest
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Penrith (North Lakes)
Manchester AirportNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Penrith (North Lakes)
Manchester AirportNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Penrith (North Lakes)
Manchester AirportNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:13 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Penrith to Manchester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 56 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
1h 56mAverage duration
92 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£26 - £27Average duration2h 35m
3kg CO₂e
Average price£15 - £124Average duration1h 56m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£15 - £15Average duration2h 10m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Penrith to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Penrith to Manchester?

    The cheapest train tickets from Penrith to Manchester start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £58. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Penrith to Manchester?

    The average train journey time from Penrith to Manchester is 1h 56m, covering a distance of 92 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 51m and is operated by Transpennine Express.

  3. Which train operators serve the Penrith to Manchester route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Penrith to Manchester?

    The earliest train from Penrith to Manchester departs at 07:48. And the latest train departs at 21:47.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
£56
11/12
£56
Today
£15
13/12
£16
14/12
No data
15/12
£56
16/12
£14
17/12
£15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Penrith to Manchester was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Penrith to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £120 for a train ticket from Penrith to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-16.

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