Helensburgh Central to Penzance by train
| First train | 04:54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:32 | |
| Departure station | Helensburgh Central | |
| Arrival station | Penzance | |
| Journey time | From 12h 21m | |
| Distance | 408 miles (656 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Lumo |
Travelling from Helensburgh Central to Penzance by train
Looking to travel from Helensburgh Central to Penzance by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 16 hours 19 minutes to travel from Helensburgh Central to Penzance by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 12 hours 21 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 408 miles (656 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Penzance, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to get to Penzance. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Helensburgh Central to Penzance in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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