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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£274
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£278
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
6 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
7 h 8 m
Trains on 05 Sept
10
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) will cost around £278 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £274.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) you need to make at least 2 changes.
7:567h13Gatwick Airport15:09Penzance station (PNZ)£2741One-way2 changes- 9:567h12Gatwick Airport17:08Penzance station (PNZ)£2741One-way2 changes
- 11:567h13Gatwick Airport19:09Penzance station (PNZ)£2741One-way2 changes
- 12:567h14Gatwick Airport20:10Penzance station (PNZ)£2741One-way2 changes
- 14:567h20Gatwick Airport22:16Penzance station (PNZ)£2741One-way2 changes
- 10:566h46Gatwick Airport17:42Penzance station (PNZ)£3011One-way2 changes
- 9:567h12Gatwick Airport17:08Penzance station (PNZ)£2741One-way2 changes
- 7:567h13Gatwick Airport15:09Penzance station (PNZ)£2741One-way2 changes
- 11:567h13Gatwick Airport19:09Penzance station (PNZ)£2741One-way2 changes
- 12:567h14Gatwick Airport20:10Penzance station (PNZ)£2741One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £86.
Distance: 395 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£86 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ):
A coach is £64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) costing on average £86.
Other travel options to Penzance station (PNZ) take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 3m.
Tickets start at around £86 compared to roughly £76 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-9.70. The journey takes 6h 19m versus 5h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:56 Gatwick Airport | 7h13 | 15:09 Penzance station (PNZ) | 2 changes | |
| 9:56 Gatwick Airport | 7h12 | 17:08 Penzance station (PNZ) | 2 changes | |
| 10:56 Gatwick Airport | 6h46 | 17:42 Penzance station (PNZ) | 2 changes | |
| 11:56 Gatwick Airport | 7h13 | 19:09 Penzance station (PNZ) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 08:06. The fastest train covers the 395 km distance in 7h 12m.
Distance 395 km |
Average train duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 7h 12m |
First train 8:00 |
Last train 8:06 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) trainsGreat Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Penzance station (PNZ) from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) 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 station (PNZ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Penzance station (PNZ)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Penzance station (PNZ) trains use the London Paddington to Penzance station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Penzance station (PNZ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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