Taking the train from Chatham to Penzance in 13 hours 49 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Chatham to Penzance? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 13 hours 49 minutes to travel the 278 miles (448 km) from Chatham to Penzance by train, although you can get there in as little as 13 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 4 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry 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 Chatham 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.
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Cheap train tickets from Chatham to Penzance
Book in advance
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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 Chatham 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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