Inverness to Penzance train with CrossCountry

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Penzance

Showing times and prices for 23 Dec

Cheapest price

£605

Average price

£610

Fastest journey

14 h 53 m

Average duration

15 h 3 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

823 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Inverness to Penzance will cost around £610 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £605.

Fast trains

To travel from Inverness to Penzance you need to make at least one change.

ScotRail
06:3814h53
Inverness
21:31Penzance
£6051One-way
1 change
ScotRail
05:3615h13
Inverness
20:49Penzance
£6151One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, flight and coach for Inverness to Penzance

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £63, and a train costs an average of £196.

Distance: 823 km

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£197

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Cheapest

14h 42m

Average total duration

14h 12m

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4h 10m

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26h 20m

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Live departures

Inverness to Penzance train times

The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Penzance trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 23 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 16:10
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail05:36 Inverness
15h13
20:49 Penzance2 changes
ScotRail06:38 Inverness
14h53
21:31 Penzance1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Inverness to Penzance

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Trains from Inverness to Penzance run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £196 but you can travel from only £63 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 823 km distance in 18h 19m.

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 £63
Distance
823 km
Average train duration
14h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£196
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
18h 19m
First train
04:54
Last train
21:45
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 £63

Train companies: CrossCountry, ScotRail from Inverness to Penzance trainsCrossCountry, ScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Penzance from £63. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15h 13m
Cheapest Price
£352
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 53m
Cheapest Price
£607
ScotRail frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Inverness to Penzance train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness 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 Inverness to Penzance is 823 km.
A day trip from Inverness to Penzance is not feasible as the journey takes 18h 19m. Trains on this route run 3 times per day, covering a distance of 823 km.
The train journey from Inverness to Penzance covers a distance of 823 km and takes approximately 18h 19m. Trains run 3 per day.
Yes, the train journey from Inverness to Penzance is considered scenic as it traverses diverse landscapes, including the Scottish Highlands, rolling English countryside, and coastal views in Cornwall.
Booking trains from Inverness to Penzance in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Inverness to Penzance leaves at 4:54.
The cost of a train ticket from Inverness to Penzance can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £196, while the average price tends to be around £197.
The last train from Inverness to Penzance departs at 21:45.
The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Penzance is by coach, costing approximately £63.
Trains from Inverness to Penzance run approximately 3 times per day.
To get from Inverness to Penzance, you can choose from several travel options including train, flight and coach.
The train station in Inverness that goes to Penzance is Inverness station (INV), and it arrives at Penzance station (PNZ).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Inverness to Penzance.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Inverness to Penzance.
There is no night train service from Inverness to Penzance.
Yes, you can take the train from Inverness to Penzance.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Penzance

Inverness
Penzance
The major train station for departures in Inverness is Inverness. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Inverness for your trip from Inverness to Penzance.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3
  • 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: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Inverness
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park

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