The cheapest and fastest trains from Penrith to Manchester
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penrith to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penrith to Manchester will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 11 trains that leave Penrith for Manchester on Fri, Aug 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
W33939+
P285035:59 AM2h10Penrith station (PNR)8:09 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€131One-way1 transfer
W848936:46 AM1h37Penrith station (PNR)8:23 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€171One-way0 transfers
W34271+
P285057:19 AM1h50Penrith station (PNR)9:09 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)€181One-way1 transfer
W848967:48 AM1h34Penrith station (PNR)9:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€201One-way0 transfers
W848998:50 AM1h32Penrith station (PNR)10:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€281One-way0 transfers
W848998:50 AM1h32Penrith station (PNR)10:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€281One-way0 transfers
W8490310:50 AM1h32Penrith station (PNR)12:22 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€311One-way0 transfers
W848967:48 AM1h34Penrith station (PNR)9:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€201One-way0 transfers
W849019:47 AM1h35Penrith station (PNR)11:22 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€291One-way0 transfers
W848936:46 AM1h37Penrith station (PNR)8:23 AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Penrith to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penrith to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 136 km
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€32 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Penrith to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Penrith to Manchester trains for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84918 | On time 3:49 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h33 | 5:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00587+ P28511 | On time 4:22 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h47 | 6:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
W84922 | On time 4:46 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h36 | 6:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34020+ G89895 | On time 5:04 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h47 | 6:51 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
W84923 | On time 5:48 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h34 | 7:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34200+ G89834 | On time 6:08 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 2h01 | 8:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
W84873 | On time 6:49 PM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h35 | 8:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 14 | |||||
W33939+ P28503 | 5:59 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 2h10 | 8:09 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
W33939+ G89878 | 5:59 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h52 | 7:51 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
W84893 | 6:46 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h37 | 8:23 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34029+ G89881 | 7:02 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h49 | 8:51 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
W34271+ P28505 | 7:19 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h50 | 9:09 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
W84896 | 7:48 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h34 | 9:22 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34181+ G89882 | 8:02 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h49 | 9:51 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
W84899 | 8:50 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h32 | 10:22 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84901 | 9:47 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h35 | 11:22 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34039+ G89869 | 10:04 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h47 | 11:51 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
W84903 | 10:50 AM Penrith station (PNR) | 1h32 | 12:22 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penrith to Manchester
Trains from Penrith to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Penrith to Manchester trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Penrith and Manchester from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Penrith to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penrith to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penrith to Manchester
Most Penrith to Manchester trains use the Penrith to Manchester Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Penrith and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Penrith station do trains to Manchester leave from?
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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Penrith arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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