Norwich to Penzance train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Penzance

Showing times and prices for 05 May

Cheapest price

£289

Average price

£289

Fastest journey

7 h 3 m

Average duration

7 h 27 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

550 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Norwich to Penzance will cost around £289 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £289.

Fast trains

To travel from Norwich to Penzance you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Greater Anglia
    9:327h27
    Norwich
    16:59Penzance
    £2891One-way
    2 changes
  • Greater Anglia
    11:327h53
    Norwich
    19:25Penzance
    £2891One-way
    2 changes
  • Greater Anglia
    12:327h38
    Norwich
    20:10Penzance
    £2891One-way
    2 changes
  • Greater Anglia
    13:307h50
    Norwich
    21:20Penzance
    £2891One-way
    2 changes
  • Greater Anglia
    14:307h54
    Norwich
    22:24Penzance
    £2891One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Norwich to Penzance train times

The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Penzance trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
greater_anglia5:30 Norwich
7h37
13:07 Penzance2 changes
greater_anglia8:00 Norwich
7h03
15:03 Penzance2 changes
greater_anglia9:32 Norwich
7h27
16:59 Penzance2 changes
greater_anglia11:32 Norwich
7h53
19:25 Penzance2 changes
greater_anglia12:32 Norwich
7h38
20:10 Penzance2 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Norwich to Penzance by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Norwich to Penzance

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Trains from Norwich to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £228 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 16:50. The fastest train covers the 550 km distance in 8h 10m.

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
550 km
Average train duration
8h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£228
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
8h 10m
First train
5:00
Last train
16:50
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
1 day
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 Norwich to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Norwich and Penzance from £228. 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
8h 10m
Cheapest Price
£228
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: Norwich to Penzance train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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
The cost of a train ticket from Norwich to Penzance can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £228, while the average price tends to be around £228.
The train journey from Norwich to Penzance covers a distance of 550 km and takes approximately 8h 10m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Norwich to Penzance is 550 km.
The first train from Norwich to Penzance leaves at 5:00.
The last train from Norwich to Penzance departs at 16:50.
Trains from Norwich to Penzance run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Norwich to Penzance.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Norwich to Penzance.
To get from Norwich to Penzance, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Norwich to Penzance.
The train station in Norwich that goes to Penzance is Norwich station (NRW), and it arrives at Penzance station (PNZ).
The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Penzance is by train, costing approximately £228.
Booking trains from Norwich to Penzance in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Norwich to Penzance is scenic, offering views of diverse British landscapes, including rolling countryside, charming villages, and coastal stretches as you travel through regions like Devon and Cornwall.
A day trip from Norwich to Penzance is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 10m. However, there are 4 trains per day covering the 550 km.
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 Norwich to Penzance.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Penzance

Norwich
Penzance
The major train station for departures in Norwich is Norwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Norwich for your trip from Norwich to Penzance.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On forecourt and within station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Norwich
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt

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