| First train | 10:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:30 | |
| Departure station | London Charing Cross | |
| Arrival station | Penzance | |
| Journey time | From 5h 38m | |
| Distance | 255 miles (410 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Thinking about taking the train from London Charing Cross to Penzance? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 55 minutes to travel the 255 miles (410 km) from London Charing Cross to Penzance by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 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. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from London Charing Cross 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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