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The cheapest and fastest trains from Margate to Penzance
Showing times and prices for 12 May
Cheapest price
£297
Average price
£321
Fastest journey
8 h 23 m
Average duration
9 h 13 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
507 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Margate to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to Penzance will cost around £321 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £297.
Fast trains
To travel from Margate to Penzance you need to make at least 3 changes.
8:478h23Margate17:10Penzance£2971One-way3 changes- 4:3710h01Margate14:38Penzance£3201One-way3 changes
- 6:329h40Margate16:12Penzance£3201One-way3 changes
- 8:558h47Margate17:42Penzance£3471One-way3 changes
- 8:478h23Margate17:10Penzance£2971One-way3 changes
- 8:558h47Margate17:42Penzance£3471One-way3 changes
- 6:329h40Margate16:12Penzance£3201One-way3 changes
- 4:3710h01Margate14:38Penzance£3201One-way3 changes
Live departures
Margate to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to Penzance trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 12 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:37 Margate | 10h01 | 14:38 Penzance | 3 changes | |
| 6:32 Margate | 9h40 | 16:12 Penzance | 3 changes | |
| 8:47 Margate | 8h23 | 17:10 Penzance | 3 changes | |
| 8:55 Margate | 8h47 | 17:42 Penzance | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Margate to Penzance
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Margate to Penzance and enjoy the approximately 507 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 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
Distance 507 km |
Average train duration 7h 21m |
Trains per day 1 |
First train 4:37 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Margate to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Margate and Penzance. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
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
7h 27m
Cheapest Price
£218
Great Western Railway frequency
1 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
FAQs: Margate to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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.
The train distance from Margate to Penzance is 507 km.
The first train from Margate to Penzance leaves at 4:37.
The last train from Margate to Penzance departs at 21:45.
Trains from Margate to Penzance run approximately 1 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Margate to Penzance.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Margate to Penzance.
To travel from Margate to Penzance, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Margate to Penzance.
The train station in Margate that goes to Penzance is Margate station (MAR), and it arrives at Penzance station (PNZ).
Booking trains from Margate to Penzance in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Margate to Penzance is considered scenic, offering views of the Kent countryside, the iconic White Cliffs of Dover, rolling landscapes of the West Country, and coastal vistas as you approach Cornwall.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Margate to Penzance.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Penzance
Margate
Penzance
The major train station for departures in Margate is Margate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Margate for your trip from Margate to Penzance.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:30 Saturday 06:15 - 19:30 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access from booking hall to platform 1 for services towards Ramsgate. Step free access to all other platforms and interchange via lifts. Stepped access to platforms 2,3 and 4 via subway.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Waiting Room- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platforms 1 and 3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 country end
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Margate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station, next to the Premier Inn.
The major train station for arrivals in Penzance is Penzance. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penzance for your journey to Penzance from Margate.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Penzance
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
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