First train | 04:16 | |
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Last train | 22:44 | |
Departure station | Lincoln | |
Arrival station | Penzance | |
Journey time | From 7h 56m | |
Distance | 303 miles (487 km) | |
Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
Thinking about taking the train from Lincoln to Penzance? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 56 minutes to travel the 303 miles (487 km) from Lincoln to Penzance by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 56 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 26 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 Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Penzance. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Lincoln to Penzance in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 Penzance by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Lincoln and Penzance is 9 hours and 56 minutes, with around 26 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Lincoln to Penzance is 7 hours and 56 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Lincoln to Penzance. Travelling from Lincoln to Penzance by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Lincoln to Penzance leaves at 04:16. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Lincoln to Penzance leaves at 22:44. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Lincoln to Penzance cover a distance of around 303 miles (487 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Penzance to Lincoln.
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