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.
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.



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8h 5m • 3 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Penzance station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.
Brighton to Penzance train services, operated by Southern, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Penzance train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Brighton to Penzance train tickets online with Southern, Great Western Railway (GWR) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Brighton and Penzance is 390 km. The road distance is 490 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Penzance via Southampton Central, Salisbury, and Exeter St Davids in around 9h 8m.