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It takes an average of 5h 38m to travel from London to Penzance by train, over a distance of around 255 miles (410 km). There are normally 22 trains per day travelling from London to Penzance and tickets for this journey start from £44 when you book in advance.
Take the train from London to Penzance in 4 hours 56 minutes
If you want to travel from London to Penzance by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from London to Penzance by train to take around 5 hours 38 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 56 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 22 trains per day running on this route, which spans 255 miles (410 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Penzance. You can travel with Great Western Railway trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from London to Penzance start from £44.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from London 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 London 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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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.