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The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept

Cheapest price on 15 Sept

£71

Average ticket price on 15 Sept

£98

Fastest journey on 15 Sept

4 h 51 m

Average journey duration on 15 Sept

5 h 6 m

Trains on 15 Sept

Distance

410 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Penzance to London will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.

Fast trains

On Tue 15 Sept, we found 16 trains from Penzance to London, including 8 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 410 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 51 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.

C48443 · G14929
14:505h33
Penzance station (PNZ)
20:23London Paddington (PAD)
£711One-way
1 change
W34593
14:155h09
Penzance station (PNZ)
19:24London Paddington (PAD)
£831One-way
0 changes
W34583
12:155h14
Penzance station (PNZ)
17:29London Paddington (PAD)
£961One-way
0 changes
W34562
7:105h19
Penzance station (PNZ)
12:29London Paddington (PAD)
£961One-way
0 changes
W34598
16:155h09
Penzance station (PNZ)
21:24London Paddington (PAD)
£961One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Penzance to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £129.

Distance: 410 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight	Driving
£82 Average Price	£23 Average Price Cheapest	£129 Average Price	£107 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	5h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Penzance to London is a coach with an average price of £23.

This is compared to other travel options from Penzance to London:

A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penzance to London costing on average £82.

A coach is £106 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Penzance to London costing on average £129.

The fastest way to travel from Penzance to London is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 18m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 32m.

Coach takes on average 9h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Penzance and London including taking a train, coach and flight.

Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 10m faster (5h 32m by train vs 5h 42m by car) and roughly £25 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£82 vs £107). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Penzance to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Penzance to London trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
G14917	On time 21:45 Penzance station (PNZ)	7h19	5:04 London Paddington (PAD)	0 changesdirect
G14917	On time 21:55 St Erth station (SER)	7h09	5:04 London Paddington (PAD)	0 changesdirect
Tuesday 15 September
W34555	5:03 Penzance station (PNZ)	4h51	9:54 London Paddington (PAD)	0 changesdirect
G15201 · G14921	5:40 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h48	11:28 London Paddington (PAD)	1 change
G15456 · W34559	6:28 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h38	12:06 London Paddington (PAD)	1 change
W34562	7:10 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h19	12:29 London Paddington (PAD)	0 changesdirect
W34566	8:12 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h17	13:29 London Paddington (PAD)	0 changesdirect
W34572	9:10 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h19	14:29 London Paddington (PAD)	0 changesdirect
W34577	10:20 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h10	15:30 London Paddington (PAD)	0 changesdirect
G14924+G01082	11:15 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h14	16:29 London Paddington (PAD)	1 change
W34583	12:15 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h14	17:29 London Paddington (PAD)	0 changesdirect
C48442 · W34589	13:14 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h10	18:24 London Paddington (PAD)	1 change
C48442 · W34589	13:15 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h09	18:24 London Paddington (PAD)	1 change
W34593	14:15 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h09	19:24 London Paddington (PAD)	0 changesdirect
C48443 · G14929	14:50 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h33	20:23 London Paddington (PAD)	1 change
G15460 · W35202+G00735	15:15 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h55	21:10 London Paddington (PAD)	2 changes
W34598	16:15 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h09	21:24 London Paddington (PAD)	0 changesdirect
G15208 · W34601	16:50 Penzance station (PNZ)	5h44	22:34 London Paddington (PAD)	1 change
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Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Penzance to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Penzance to London

United Kingdom

Trains from Penzance to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 410 km distance in 5h 1m.

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 £12

Distance

410 km

Average train duration

5h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

£52

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

5h 1m

First train

5:03

Last train

23:52

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £12

Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Penzance to London trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Penzance and London from £12. 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 Great Western Railway Duration

5h 1m

Cheapest Great Western Railway Price

£52

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

Learn more about Great Western Railway

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 CrossCountry Duration

5h 39m

Cheapest CrossCountry Price

£61

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

Learn more about CrossCountry

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Cross Country Duration

5h 14m

Cheapest Cross Country Price

£272

Cross Country frequency

1 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration

4h 51m

Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price

£243

Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency

11 a day

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Where do trains from Dublin to Belfast depart from? All trains from Dublin to Belfast depart from Dublin Connolly Station located a 10-minute walk from O'Connell Street. The station can also be reached by bus and tram (Red Luas Line).

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FAQs: Penzance to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Penzance to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £82.

The train journey from Penzance to London covers a distance of 410 km and takes approximately 5h 1m. Trains run 7 per day.

The train distance from Penzance to London is 410 km.

The first train from Penzance to London leaves at 5:03.

The last train from Penzance to London departs at 23:52.

Trains from Penzance to London run approximately 7 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Penzance to London.

Yes, there is a direct train between Penzance and London. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).

To get from Penzance to London, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

There is no night train service from Penzance to London.

The train station in Penzance that goes to London is Penzance station (PNZ), and it arrives at London Paddington (PAD).

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to London is by coach, costing approximately £12.

Booking trains from Penzance to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Penzance to London is indeed scenic, offering views of Cornwall's rugged coastline, rolling countryside, and charming villages, particularly in the initial stretches before reaching more urban areas.

A day trip from Penzance to London is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 1m. The distance is 410 km, and there are 6 trains per day.

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For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.

Yes, you can take the train from Penzance to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and London

Most Penzance to London trains use the Penzance to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at Clapham Junction. Use this guide to compare Penzance and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Penzance

Arrival train stations in London

Which Penzance station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Penzance to London leave from Penzance. The station is from Penzance city centre at Penzance station, Wharf Road, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2LT.

PenzancePenzance station, Wharf Road, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2LT Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Penzance from Penzance city centre

Bus39A, 16A, 16, 8, 2, 1, 1A, 4, 4A, 6, 17 · 2m · £2 · every ~19 min

Penzance train station facilities and services

Penzance has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Penzance.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Penzance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Penzance.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Penzance: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Penzance: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Penzance: 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.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea.

More about Penzance

London PaddingtonPraed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom+44 3457114141 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to London Paddington from London city centre

TrainElizabeth · 7m · £2 · every ~21 min

BusN118, N18 · 21m · £4 · every ~6 min

36 · 31m · £21 · every ~29 min

N205 · 32m · £4 · every ~2 min

46 · 1h 22m · £2 · every ~19 min

SubwayBakerloo · 12m · £4 · every ~65 min

London Paddington train station facilities and services

London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.