The average train between Glasgow and Penzance takes 12h and the fastest train takes 10h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Glasgow 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 3 hours between Glasgow and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Penzance at 2:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 12h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Penzance station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.
Glasgow to Penzance train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Penzance train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Glasgow to Penzance train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Glasgow and Penzance is 644.7 km. The road distance is 946 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Penzance via Warrington Bank Quay, Birmingham New Street, and Plymouth in around 11h 54m.