The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Penzance
Cheapest price
£502
Average price
£511
Fastest journey
8 h 49 m
Average duration
9 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Penzance will cost around £511 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £502.
Of the 5 trains that leave Newcastle for Penzance every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 601 km distance in an average of 9 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 29 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Newcastle to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £190.
Distance: 601 km
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£179 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest | £190 Average Price |
9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 5m Average total duration 17h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newcastle to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Penzance trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:40 Newcastle | 9h32 | 16:12 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:40 Newcastle | 9h19 | 16:59 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:41 Newcastle | 9h29 | 18:10 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:40 Newcastle | 9h45 | 19:25 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:40 Newcastle | 9h30 | 20:10 Penzance | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Penzance
Trains from Newcastle to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £158 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:30, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 601 km distance in 9h 26m.
Distance 601 km |
Average train duration 9h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £158 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 26m |
First train 02:30 |
Last train 20:15 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Newcastle to Penzance trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Newcastle and Penzance from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle and Penzance
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
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