Penzance to Heathrow by train

Compare prices, times and book fast direct trains

Overview: trains from Penzance to Heathrow

Find the key information for travelling by train from Penzance to Heathrow, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:03 View journey
Last train 21:45 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 22m View journey
Distance (km) 387
Trains / day 17 View all
Cheapest journey US$94.50 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 9m
Train operators 6

Penzance to Heathrow train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Penzance to Heathrow by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Penzance to Heathrow take around 5 hours and 22 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 387 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Penzance is scheduled to depart at around  05:03. The last departure is usually at around 21:45 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Penzance at around 05:40, with the last train leaving at around 21:15. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 17 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 36 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$94.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Heathrow, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Heathrow.

Is there a direct train from Penzance to Heathrow?

The journey between Penzance and Heathrow usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Penzance to Heathrow every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Penzance to Heathrow?

The Penzance to Heathrow train travel takes about 5 hours and 22 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Penzance to Heathrow train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Heathrow leaving Penzance at around 05:03 and the last train leaving at around 21:45 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Penzance at around 05:40, with the final departure at 21:15.

230+ European rail operators Official partner of 230+ European rail operators

Sncf Eurostar Deutsche Bahn Trenitalia National Rail ÖBB Renfe SBB
Interrail Eurail TGV Lyria Swiss Travel System Italo Iryo Alleo OUIGO RegioJet

Travellers rate us "Excellent!"

Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.