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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Penzance
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
6 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Penzance will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester 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 415 km distance in an average of 6 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 52 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.
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- 9:506h52Leicester16:42Penzance£551One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 415 km
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£51 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 11m Average total duration Fastest 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 23m Average total duration 11h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Penzance trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 13:04 Leicester | 7h06 | 20:10 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Penzance by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Penzance.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Penzance
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Trains from Leicester to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 415 km distance in 6h 52m.
Distance 415 km |
Average train duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 52m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Penzance from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester and Penzance
Most Leicester to Penzance trains use the Leicester to Penzance station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Penzance train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Penzance leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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.
Which Penzance station do trains from Leicester 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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