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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chelmsford to Penzance
Cheapest price
£262
Average price
£266
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
458 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chelmsford to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chelmsford to Penzance will cost around £266 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £262.
To travel from Chelmsford to Penzance you need to make at least 2 changes.
10:116h59Chelmsford17:10Penzance£2621One-way3 changes- 7:056h02Chelmsford13:07Penzance£2671One-way2 changes
- 8:436h20Chelmsford15:03Penzance£2671One-way2 changes
- 10:556h04Chelmsford16:59Penzance£2671One-way2 changes
- 12:556h30Chelmsford19:25Penzance£2671One-way2 changes
- 7:056h02Chelmsford13:07Penzance£2671One-way2 changes
- 10:556h04Chelmsford16:59Penzance£2671One-way2 changes
- 16:556h05Chelmsford23:00Penzance£2671One-way2 changes
- 13:556h15Chelmsford20:10Penzance£2671One-way2 changes
- 8:436h20Chelmsford15:03Penzance£2671One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Chelmsford to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chelmsford to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. 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 flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £89.
Distance: 458 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£89 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chelmsford to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Chelmsford to Penzance trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:05 Chelmsford | 6h02 | 13:07 Penzance | 2 changes | |
| 8:43 Chelmsford | 6h20 | 15:03 Penzance | 2 changes | |
| 10:11 Chelmsford | 6h59 | 17:10 Penzance | 3 changes | |
| 10:55 Chelmsford | 6h04 | 16:59 Penzance | 2 changes | |
| 12:55 Chelmsford | 6h30 | 19:25 Penzance | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chelmsford to Penzance
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Trains from Chelmsford to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £89 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 458 km distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 458 km |
Average train duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £89 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Chelmsford to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Chelmsford and Penzance from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chelmsford to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chelmsford 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Chelmsford and Penzance
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 22:00 Saturday 05:50 - 22:00 Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on each platform. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on the Ground Floor, near the lifts.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: There is a dedicated Cycle Point, with free cycle parking, plus secure cycle parking and premium cycle parking. This is in Park Road, opposite the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the bus stop on Victoria Road by station entrance
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car 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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