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Trip Overview

The average train between Chelmsford and Penzance takes 7h 35m and the fastest train takes 6h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Chelmsford 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.

7h 35m
Duration
337 mi
Distance
£172
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Chelmsford to Penzance train times

Trains run hourly between Chelmsford and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Penzance at 2:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 7h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)13h 23m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 28m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 14m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 39m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 13m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 44m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 13m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 5m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 34m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 33m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 32m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 28m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 14m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 28m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 14m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 28m • 3 changes
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    Greater AngliaElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 14m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford to Penzance.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 336.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 35m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Penzance via Stratford, London Paddington, and Totnes in around 7h 37m.

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