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Outbound fromHockley to Penzance by train
It takes an average of 8h 37m to travel from Hockley to Penzance by train, over a distance of around 289 miles (465 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Hockley to Penzance and tickets for this journey start from £174.50 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Hockley to Penzance in 6 hours 18 minutes
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It usually takes around 8 hours 37 minutes to travel the 289 miles (465 km) from Hockley to Penzance by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 15 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia 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 Hockley to Penzance in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £174.50. 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 Hockley 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 Hockley 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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