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The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Birmingham
Showing times and prices for 23 Nov
Cheapest price
£148
Average price
£177
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
365 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Birmingham will cost around £177 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £148.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Penzance for Birmingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 365 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 33 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.
08:455h33
Penzance14:18Birmingham
£1481One-way
0 changes
13:185h31
Penzance18:49Birmingham
£1481One-way
0 changes
08:185h31
Penzance13:49Birmingham
£2361One-way
0 changes
13:185h31
Penzance18:49Birmingham
£1481One-way
0 changes
08:185h31
Penzance13:49Birmingham
£2361One-way
0 changes
08:455h33
Penzance14:18Birmingham
£1481One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Penzance to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £291.
Distance: 365 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£179 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £358 Average Price |
5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 18m Average total duration 9h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Penzance to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 06:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:15 Penzance | 5h40 | 14:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:15 Penzance | 5h40 | 15:55 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Birmingham
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Trains from Penzance to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 365 km distance in 5h 28m.
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 £20
Distance 365 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 19:12 |
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 £20
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Penzance to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Penzance and Birmingham from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 31m
Cheapest Price
£70
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
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 35m
Cheapest Price
£150
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
£302
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 28m
Cheapest Price
£265
first_great_western frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Penzance to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Penzance to Birmingham is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 28m. Trains run 4 times per day.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
The train journey from Penzance to Birmingham offers scenic views, especially along the Cornish coastline and the rolling countryside of Devon. Travellers can enjoy picturesque landscapes, including coastal views, lush green fields, and charming villages.
Yes, there is a direct train between Penzance and Birmingham. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Booking trains from Penzance to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Penzance to Birmingham is 365 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Penzance to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £70, while the average price tends to be around £179.
To get from Penzance to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £20.
The train journey from Penzance to Birmingham covers a distance of 365 km and takes approximately 5h 28m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Penzance to Birmingham leaves at 5:00.
The train station in Penzance that goes to Birmingham is Penzance station (PNZ), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The last train from Penzance to Birmingham departs at 19:12.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Penzance to Birmingham.
Trains from Penzance to Birmingham run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Penzance to Birmingham.
Yes, you can take the train from Penzance to Birmingham.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and Birmingham
Penzance
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Penzance is Penzance. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penzance for your trip from Penzance to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Birmingham is Birmingham International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham International for your journey to Birmingham from Penzance.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Distance to city center
12 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- 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
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Birmingham International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Bordesley
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Outside station entrance
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