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Wellingborough Museum
Local history museum with displays on Wellingborough life, industry and archaeology inside a historic town-centre building.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Wellingborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £187.
Distance: 416 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £187 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 55m Average total duration Fastest 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 10m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Penzance to Wellingborough:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penzance to Wellingborough costing on average £39.
A coach is £153 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Penzance to Wellingborough costing on average £187.
Other travel options to Wellingborough take longer:
Flight takes on average 10h 25m.
Coach takes on average 13h 40m.
Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £80 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £40. The journey takes 6h 25m versus 5h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Wellingborough trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:15 Penzance | 6h53 | 18:08 Wellingborough | 4 changes | |
![]() | 13:15 Penzance | 6h51 | 20:06 Wellingborough | 4 changes | |
![]() | 14:50 Penzance | 7h17 | 22:07 Wellingborough | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Penzance to Wellingborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 416 km distance in 6h 52m.
Distance 416 km |
Average train duration 6h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 52m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 21:59 |
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Discover the best of Wellingborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wellingborough trip today.
Local history museum with displays on Wellingborough life, industry and archaeology inside a historic town-centre building.
Volunteer-run transport museum featuring buses, heritage vehicles and engineering displays at Sywell Aerodrome near Wellingborough.
Working heritage railway with a small museum collection, restored station buildings and nostalgic steam and diesel experiences.
Large country park around reservoirs with birdwatching, walking and cycling routes, popular for fresh air and waterside scenery.
Popular urban park with a splash area, play facilities, open lawns and regular events close to central Wellingborough.
Pleasant lakeside park offering accessible paths, wildlife, fishing areas and relaxed walking on the edge of town.
A Northamptonshire pork pie made with seasoned pork in hot-water crust pastry. It is a long-standing county speciality often eaten cold at pubs and picnics.
A soft yeasted fruit bun from Northamptonshire, dotted with currants and served split with butter. It is a traditional regional tea-time bake.
A local steamed suet pudding filled with bacon, onions and apples. It reflects older farmhouse cooking from the county and surrounding Midlands.
Well-known Turkish venue serving grilled meats, meze and generous portions in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Popular Indian restaurant known for reliable curries, tandoori dishes and a smart but relaxed setting in Wellingborough.
Canal-side pub and restaurant popular for British mains, Sunday lunch and drinks, with a traditional setting and waterside views.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are manageable, while hotels can rise on busy dates. Costs are lower than London but similar to other market towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, tipping is optional.
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Wellingborough Railway Station, Wellingborough -> Wellingborough Town Centre, Wellingborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Penzance to Wellingborough trains use the Penzance to Wellingborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Penzance and Wellingborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Penzance.
Wi-Fi is available at Penzance.
Ticket office support is available at Penzance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Penzance: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Penzance: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea.
Wellingborough is 1 km from Wellingborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Wellingborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Wellingborough.
ATMs are available at Wellingborough.
Ticket office support is available at Wellingborough.
Available at Wellingborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Wellingborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wellingborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Additional Wheelchair available, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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