Maidenhead to Penzance train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidenhead to Penzance

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£253

Average price

£277

Fastest journey

6 h 18 m

Average duration

10 h 44 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

373 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Maidenhead to Penzance will cost around £277 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £253.

Fast trains

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

First Great Western Service
20:3115h09
Maidenhead
11:40Penzance
£2531One-way
1 change
First Great Western Service
14:326h18
Maidenhead
20:50Penzance
£3011One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Maidenhead to Penzance

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidenhead to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £128.

Distance: 373 km

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£71

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£128

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£26

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Cheapest

5h 20m

Average total duration

4h 50m

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30m

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4h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

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3h 0m

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8h 15m

Average total duration

7h 45m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Maidenhead to Penzance

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Trains from Maidenhead to Penzance run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 5h 11m.

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 £26
Distance
373 km
Average train duration
4h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£54
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
5h 11m
First train
00:06
Last train
23:27
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 £26

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Maidenhead to Penzance trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Maidenhead and Penzance from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 11m
Cheapest Price
£54
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 50m
Cheapest Price
£247
first_great_western frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Maidenhead to Penzance train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead to Penzance is 373 km.
The train journey from Maidenhead to Penzance covers a distance of 373 km and takes approximately 5h 11m. Trains run 4 per day.
Booking trains from Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead to Penzance leaves at 0:06.
The cost of a train ticket from Maidenhead to Penzance can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £54, while the average price tends to be around £71.
The last train from Maidenhead to Penzance departs at 23:27.
Trains from Maidenhead to Penzance run approximately 4 times per day.
To get from Maidenhead to Penzance, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to get from Maidenhead to Penzance is by coach, costing approximately £26.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Maidenhead to Penzance.
The train station in Maidenhead that goes to Penzance is Maidenhead station (MAI), and it arrives at Penzance station (PNZ).
There is no night train service from Maidenhead to Penzance.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Maidenhead to Penzance.
Yes, you can take the train from Maidenhead to Penzance.
A day trip from Maidenhead to Penzance is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 11m each way. Trains run 4 times per day over a distance of 373 km.
Yes, the train journey from Maidenhead to Penzance is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the English countryside, the rolling hills of the West Country, and stunning coastal landscapes as the train approaches Cornwall.

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Important Stations and Airports in Maidenhead and Penzance

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Penzance
The major train station for departures in Maidenhead is Maidenhead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Maidenhead for your trip from Maidenhead to Penzance.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:00 - 21:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are only sold between 10:00 and 17:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
  • 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: Platform 4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Accessible WC on platform 4
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Shoppenhangers Lane, front of Station and side of station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Maidenhead
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt

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