The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Penzance
Cheapest price
£221
Average price
£221
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
457 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Penzance will cost around £221 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £221.
Of the 1 trains that leave Peterborough for Penzance 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 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 50 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 flight for Peterborough to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 457 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£117 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Peterborough to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to Penzance trains for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:28 Peterborough | 10h27 | 06:55 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 14 November | |||||
![]() | 07:13 Peterborough | 6h50 | 14:03 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Penzance
Trains from Peterborough to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £52 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 457 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 457 km |
Average train duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 50m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 21:45 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Peterborough to Penzance trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Peterborough and Penzance from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Peterborough to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough to Penzance 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 Penzance, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Peterborough and Penzance
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- 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: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
- 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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