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Brighton to Penzance trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Brighton and Penzance takes 8h 55m and the fastest train takes 7h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Brighton to Penzance. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 55m
Duration
304 mi
Distance
£155
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Exeter

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  1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain train
  2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain train
9h 21m
£122–235

Brighton to Penzance train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Brighton and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brighton is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Penzance at 1:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Southampton Central and take an average of 8h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)12h 42m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)14h 27m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 25m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 54m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 59m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 46m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 25m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 54m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 59m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 46m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 25m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 54m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 59m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 46m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 56m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 55m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayCross Country7h 29m • 3 changes

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    SouthernGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)7h 56m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Brighton to Penzance? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Brighton to Penzance.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 304.2 mi
  • Duration: 8h 55m

What companies run services between Brighton, England and Penzance, England?

You can take a train from Brighton to Penzance via Southampton Central, Salisbury, and Exeter St Davids in around 9h 21m.

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