How much is the train ticket from London to Penzance?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Penzance start from $70. The average price for this train route is around $129. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Penzance?

The average train ride duration from London to Penzance is 5h 17m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 57m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators service the London to Penzance route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Penzance?

The earliest train departs from London to Penzance at 7:29am. And the latest train departs at 11:50pm.

Train London to Penzance from $67

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Penzance on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:36pm	London Paddington	5h 58m	12:34am	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	5:36pm	London Paddington	5h 24m	11:00pm	Penzance	Fastest
Train	5:36pm	London Paddington	5h 24m	11:00pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	6:36pm	London Paddington	5h 58m	12:34am	Penzance	No tags
Train	11:45pm	London Paddington	7h 22m	7:07am	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for London to Penzance on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:36pm	London Paddington	5h 40m	10:16pm	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	7:38am	London Paddington	5h 30m	1:08pm	Penzance	Fastest
Train	7:38am	London Paddington	5h 30m	1:08pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:32am	London Paddington	5h 39m	2:11pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:32am	London Paddington	5h 39m	2:11pm	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for London to Penzance on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:50pm	London Paddington	8h 5m	7:55am	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	11:36am	London Paddington	5h 29m	5:05pm	Penzance	Fastest
Train	7:53am	London Paddington	5h 36m	1:29pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	7:53am	London Paddington	5h 36m	1:29pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:30am	London Paddington	5h 35m	2:05pm	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for London to Penzance on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:45pm	London Paddington	8h 10m	7:55am	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	6:03pm	London Paddington	4h 57m	11:00pm	Penzance	Fastest
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	5h 4m	1:07pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	5h 4m	1:07pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	9:03am	London Paddington	5h 9m	2:12pm	Penzance	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Penzance

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Penzance. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

255 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $122	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$70 - $354	Average Duration5h 17m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$40 - $40	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $70

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Penzance by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Penzance?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Penzance start from $70. The average price for this train route is around $129. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Penzance?
The average train ride duration from London to Penzance is 5h 17m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 57m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators service the London to Penzance route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Penzance?
The earliest train departs from London to Penzance at 7:29am. And the latest train departs at 11:50pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/10

$114

12/11

$114

Today

$122

12/13

$107

12/14

$114

12/15

$115

12/16

$99

12/17

No data

The cheapest trip from London to Penzance was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $99

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Penzance, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $99 to $336 for a train ticket from London to Penzance based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $99 which is on 2025-12-16.