Penzance to London by train

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Overview: trains from Penzance to London

Find the key information for travelling by train from Penzance to London, 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 0
Fastest journey 4hr 57m View journey
Distance (km) 411
Trains / day 31 View all
Cheapest journey €72.84 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 33m
Train operators 3

Travelling from Penzance to London by train

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

The fastest trains from Penzance to London take around 4 hours and 57 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 411 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 06:12, with the last train leaving at around 21:15. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 31 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €80.67.

We think any time is a great time to visit London, 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 London.

Is there a direct train from Penzance to London?

Yes, there is a direct train from Penzance to London.

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

The Penzance to London train travel takes about 4 hours and 57 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Penzance to London train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to London 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 06:12, with the final departure at 21:15.

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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.