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Birmingham New Street to Penrith train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham New Street to Penrith, starting from NZD 33.83 and averaging NZD 43.39. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 36m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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01:35
Birmingham New Street
07:38
Penrith
6h 3m, No directAvanti West Coast
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06:05
Birmingham New Street
08:55
Penrith
2h 50m, No directAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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07:07
Birmingham New Street
09:43
Penrith
2h 36m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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08:07
Birmingham New Street
11:00
Penrith
2h 53m, No directAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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09:07
Birmingham New Street
11:53
Penrith
2h 46m, No directAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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10:07
Birmingham New Street
12:57
Paris
2h 50m, No directAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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Birmingham New Street to Penrith train route details

First train
First train
01:35
Last train
Last train
22:30
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham New Street
Arrival station
Arrival station
Penrith
Journey time
Journey time
2h 36m
Distance
Distance
250 km
Price
Price
NZD 33.83*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Penrith

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham New Street to Penrith can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birmingham New Street to Penrith, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Penrith ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Birmingham New Street to Penrith more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham New Street to Penrith train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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