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Chester to Penzance trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Penzance takes 8h 15m and the fastest train takes 7h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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 15m
Duration
368 mi
Distance
£212
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain train
  3. Take the train from Plymouth to Penzancetrain train
8h 24m
£164–273

Chester to Penzance train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Chester and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 5:58 PM which arrives into Penzance at 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 367.6 mi
  • Duration: 8h 15m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Penzance via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, and Plymouth in around 8h 24m.

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