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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Penzance
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
6 h 46 m
Average duration
7 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Penzance will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
Of the 3 trains that leave Brighton for Penzance every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 390 km distance in an average of 7 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Brighton to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a flight costs an average of £28.
Distance: 390 km
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£95 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price |
6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 57m Average total duration 11h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Penzance trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:13 Brighton | 7h59 | 15:12 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:13 Brighton | 7h47 | 16:00 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Penzance
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Trains from Brighton to Penzance run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 390 km distance in 6h 46m.
Distance 390 km |
Average train duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 46m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 21:45 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Southern from Brighton to Penzance trainsGreat Western Rail, Southern trains will get you between Brighton and Penzance from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Penzance by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penzance, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Penzance
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
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