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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£89
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£120
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 4 m
Trains on 18 Sept
16
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ) will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 16 trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ), including 11 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 5 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 7 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.
G1498719:045h37London Paddington (PAD)0:41Penzance station (PNZ)£891One-way0 changes- G1498212:055h05London Paddington (PAD)17:10Penzance station (PNZ)£961One-way0 changes
- W3481314:035h22London Paddington (PAD)19:25Penzance station (PNZ)£961One-way0 changes
- W3482015:035h07London Paddington (PAD)20:10Penzance station (PNZ)£961One-way0 changes
- W3477023:458h09London Paddington (PAD)7:54Penzance station (PNZ)£961One-way0 changes
- W3483718:034h57London Paddington (PAD)23:00Penzance station (PNZ)£1271One-way0 changes
- W347828:035h04London Paddington (PAD)13:07Penzance station (PNZ)£1771One-way0 changes
- G1498212:055h05London Paddington (PAD)17:10Penzance station (PNZ)£961One-way0 changes
- W3479010:035h05London Paddington (PAD)15:08Penzance station (PNZ)£1271One-way0 changes
- W3482015:035h07London Paddington (PAD)20:10Penzance station (PNZ)£961One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, while a flight costs an average of £276.
Distance: 407 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£106 Average Price | £276 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 9m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ):
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ) costing on average £106.
A coach is £231 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ) costing on average £276.
Other travel options to Penzance station (PNZ) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 19m.
Coach takes on average 9h 39m.
Tickets start at around £106 compared to roughly £88 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-17.17. The journey takes 5h 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 Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34791 | Delayed 10:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h00 | 14:08 14:08Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34797 · G15171 | On time 11:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h09 | 16:12 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G14958+ W29868 | On time 11:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 6h12 | 17:42 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G14982 | On time 12:05 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h05 | 17:10 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34809 · G15173 | On time 13:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h39 | 18:42 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| W34814 | On time 14:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h22 | 19:25 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34819 | On time 15:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h07 | 20:10 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34823 | On time 16:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h17 | 21:20 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34836+ Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo+ L80763 | Delayed 17:29 16:12London Paddington (PAD) | 6h48 | 23:00 Penzance station (PNZ) | 2 changes | |
| W34830 | On time 17:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h21 | 22:24 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34836 | On time 18:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 4h57 | 23:00 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34842 · G15176 | On time 19:04 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h30 | 0:34 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| W34774 | On time 23:45 London Paddington (PAD) | 8h10 | 7:55 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| G14977 | 6:00 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h40 | 11:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34782 | 8:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h04 | 13:07 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G14978 · Y41595 | 9:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 5h09 | 14:12 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ)
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Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 4:23 |
Last train 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway from London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Penzance station (PNZ) from £12. 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 Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD) and Penzance station (PNZ)
Most London Paddington (PAD) to Penzance station (PNZ) trains use the London Paddington to Penzance station pair. Use this guide to compare London Paddington (PAD) and Penzance station (PNZ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
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.
Most popular train connections from London Paddington (PAD)
Most popular trains to and from Penzance station (PNZ) and London Paddington (PAD)
Most popular train connections to Penzance station (PNZ)
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