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Outbound fromBirmingham to Penzance by train
It takes an average of 5h 48m to travel from Birmingham to Penzance by train, over a distance of around 227 miles (365 km). There are normally 3 trains per day travelling from Birmingham to Penzance and tickets for this journey start from £36.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:12 | |
| Departure station | Birmingham | |
| Arrival station | Penzance | |
| Journey time | From 5h 11m | |
| Distance | 227 miles (365 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £36.60 | |
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How to travel from Birmingham to Penzance by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Birmingham to Penzance? Look no further.
You'll usually find 3 trains per day running between Birmingham and Penzance, which usually take 5 hours 48 minutes to complete the 227 miles (365 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. CrossCountry trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Penzance.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Birmingham to Penzance start from £36.60 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Penzance? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Penzance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Birmingham to Penzance is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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