The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Penzance
Cheapest price
£274
Average price
£281
Fastest journey
6 h 23 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Penzance will cost around £281 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £274.
To travel from Guildford to Penzance you need to make at least 2 changes.
23:5311h47Guildford11:40Penzance£2741One-way3 changes
7:157h23Guildford14:38Penzance£2791One-way2 changes
8:226h41Guildford15:03Penzance£2791One-way2 changes
9:196h53Guildford16:12Penzance£2791One-way2 changes
10:196h40Guildford16:59Penzance£2791One-way2 changes
11:196h23Guildford17:42Penzance£3091One-way2 changes
10:196h40Guildford16:59Penzance£2791One-way2 changes
8:226h41Guildford15:03Penzance£2791One-way2 changes
16:196h41Guildford23:00Penzance£2791One-way2 changes
13:196h51Guildford20:10Penzance£2791One-way2 changes
Live departures
Guildford to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Penzance trains for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:15 Guildford | 7h23 | 14:38 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:22 Guildford | 6h41 | 15:03 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:19 Guildford | 6h53 | 16:12 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:19 Guildford | 6h40 | 16:59 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:19 Guildford | 6h23 | 17:42 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:19 Guildford | 7h06 | 19:25 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:19 Guildford | 6h51 | 20:10 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:19 Guildford | 7h01 | 21:20 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:19 Guildford | 7h05 | 22:24 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:19 Guildford | 6h41 | 23:00 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:17 Guildford | 11h38 | 7:55 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 23:53 Guildford | 11h47 | 11:40 Penzance | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Penzance
Trains from Guildford to Penzance run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £274 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 371 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 371 km |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £274 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 10m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from Guildford to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between Guildford and Penzance from £274. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Guildford to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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 Guildford and Penzance
Most Guildford to Penzance trains use the Guildford to Penzance station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Penzance train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Penzance leave from?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Penzance station do trains from Guildford arrive at?
Getting to Penzance from Penzance city centre
Penzance train station facilities and services
Penzance has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penzance.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Penzance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penzance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penzance: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Penzance: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penzance: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea.
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