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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£135
Average price
£135
Fastest journey
7 h 33 m
Average duration
7 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance to Portsmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Portsmouth will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £135.
Of the 2 trains that leave Penzance for Portsmouth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 324 km distance in an average of 7 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 35 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 and coach for Penzance to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £133.
Distance: 324 km
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6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Penzance to Portsmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Portsmouth trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:15 Penzance | 7h35 | 14:50 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:15 Penzance | 7h33 | 17:48 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Portsmouth
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Trains from Penzance to Portsmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £133 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 324 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 324 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £133 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 21:31 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Penzance to Portsmouth trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Penzance and Portsmouth from £32. 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 Portsmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and Portsmouth
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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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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- 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 in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- 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 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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