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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
7 h 21 m
Average duration
7 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
457 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Cambridge will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
Of the 1 trains that leave Penzance for Cambridge every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 457 km distance in an average of 7 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 21 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 Penzance to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £79, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 457 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£100 Average Price | £89 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price |
6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Penzance to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Cambridge trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 06:12 Penzance | 6h59 | 13:11 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
| 07:10 Penzance | 7h01 | 14:11 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
| 08:15 Penzance | 6h56 | 15:11 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
| 09:11 Penzance | 7h00 | 16:11 Cambridge | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Cambridge
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Trains from Penzance to Cambridge run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £91 but you can travel from only £75 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 457 km distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 457 km |
Average train duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £91 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 21:53 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Penzance to Cambridge trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Penzance and Cambridge from £75. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Penzance to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and Cambridge
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- 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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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
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Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- 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
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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