Penzance to Norwich train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Norwich

Showing times and prices for 28 Apr

Cheapest price

£293

Average price

£293

Fastest journey

7 h 18 m

Average duration

7 h 29 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

550 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Penzance to Norwich will cost around £293 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £293.

Fast trains

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

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5:037h18
    Penzance
    12:21Norwich
    £2931One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6:057h40
    Penzance
    13:45Norwich
    £2931One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    7:107h35
    Penzance
    14:45Norwich
    £2931One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    8:157h30
    Penzance
    15:45Norwich
    £2931One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    9:107h36
    Penzance
    16:46Norwich
    £2931One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Penzance to Norwich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a train costs an average of £227.

Distance: 550 km

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Coach

£232

Average Price

£65

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Cheapest

7h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

13h 31m

Average total duration

13h 1m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Penzance to Norwich train times

The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Norwich trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 28 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)5:03 Penzance
7h18
12:21 Norwich2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:05 Penzance
7h40
13:45 Norwich2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)7:10 Penzance
7h35
14:45 Norwich2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:15 Penzance
7h30
15:45 Norwich2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:10 Penzance
7h36
16:46 Norwich2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Penzance to Norwich

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Trains from Penzance to Norwich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £227 but you can travel from only £59 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 550 km distance in 7h 59m.

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 £59
Distance
550 km
Average train duration
7h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£227
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
7h 59m
First train
5:00
Last train
19:00
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £59

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Penzance to Norwich trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Penzance and Norwich from £59. 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
7h 59m
Cheapest Price
£227
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: Penzance to Norwich train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Penzance to Norwich can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £227, while the average price tends to be around £232.
The train journey from Penzance to Norwich covers a distance of 550 km and takes approximately 7h 59m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Penzance to Norwich is 550 km.
The first train from Penzance to Norwich leaves at 5:00.
The last train from Penzance to Norwich departs at 19:00.
Trains from Penzance to Norwich run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Penzance to Norwich.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Penzance to Norwich.
To get from Penzance to Norwich, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Penzance to Norwich.
The train station in Penzance that goes to Norwich is Penzance station (PNZ), and it arrives at Norwich station (NRW).
The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Norwich is by coach, costing approximately £59.
Booking trains from Penzance to Norwich 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 Norwich offers scenic views, especially as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of Cornwall, the rolling countryside of the West Country, and various charming towns along the route.
A day trip from Penzance to Norwich is not feasible as the journey duration is 7h 59m. The distance is 550 km and the frequency of trains is 4 per day.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore Norwich, allowing time to visit its historic sites, such as the Norwich Cathedral and Norwich Castle, and enjoy the vibrant local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Penzance to Norwich.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and Norwich

Penzance
Norwich
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 Norwich.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Winter Prices
Accessibility
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
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
Hotel
  • Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
Bike Parking
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
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