Coventry to Penzance train with Great Western Rail

Tue, 11 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to Penzance

Showing times and prices for 12 Nov

Cheapest price

£149

Average price

£149

Fastest journey

7 h 14 m

Average duration

7 h 14 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

378 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Coventry to Penzance will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £149.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Coventry for Penzance every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 378 km distance in an average of 7 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 14 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 h 14 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.

Great Western Rail
07:267h14
Coventry
14:40Penzance
£1491One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Coventry to Penzance

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £363.

Distance: 378 km

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Flight

£157

Average Price

£37

Average Price

Cheapest

£363

Average Price

6h 53m

Average total duration

6h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

11h 31m

Average total duration

11h 1m

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30m

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8h 15m

Average total duration

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5h 15m

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Live departures

Coventry to Penzance train times

The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Penzance trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 15:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
avanti_west_coast15:36 Coventry
5h55
21:31 Penzance1 change
Wednesday 12 November
great_western07:26 Coventry
7h14
14:40 Penzance0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Coventry to Penzance

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Trains from Coventry to Penzance run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £149 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 378 km distance in 6h 37m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24
Distance
378 km
Average train duration
6h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£149
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
6h 37m
First train
05:03
Last train
22:26
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Coventry to Penzance trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Coventry and Penzance from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 37m
Cheapest Price
£149
Great Western Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest Price
£354
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 14m
Cheapest Price
£297
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

West Midlands Trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 7m
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Coventry to Penzance train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.

FAQs
To fully explore Penzance and its attractions like St. Michael's Mount, the Minack Theatre, and the Penlee House Gallery, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
The train distance from Coventry to Penzance is 378 km.
To get from Coventry to Penzance, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Booking trains from Coventry to Penzance in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Coventry to Penzance covers a distance of 378 km and takes approximately 6h 37m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Coventry to Penzance can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £149, while the average price tends to be around £157.
The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Penzance is by coach, costing approximately £24.
The first train from Coventry to Penzance leaves at 5:03.
The train station in Coventry that goes to Penzance is Coventry station (COV), and it arrives at Penzance station (PNZ).
The last train from Coventry to Penzance departs at 22:26.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Coventry to Penzance.
Trains from Coventry to Penzance run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Coventry to Penzance.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Coventry to Penzance.
There is no night train service from Coventry to Penzance.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Penzance

Coventry
Penzance
The major train station for departures in Coventry is Coventry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Coventry for your trip from Coventry to Penzance.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Coventry
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.

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