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Trip Overview

The average train between Greenwich and Penzance takes 6h 11m and the fastest train takes 5h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Greenwich 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.

6h 11m
Duration
310 mi
Distance
£157
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from London Paddington to Penzancetrain train London Paddington - Penzance
9h 28m
£126–241

Greenwich to Penzance train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Greenwich and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Greenwich is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Penzance at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)11h 31m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 27m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 28m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)11h 31m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 27m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 28m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)11h 31m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 27m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 28m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 33m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 34m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 33m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 37m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 6m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 55m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 41m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 27m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 28m • 1 change

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    Elizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 24m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Greenwich 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.

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  • Distance: 310 mi
  • Duration: 6h 11m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Penzance every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–230 and the journey takes 8h 10m.

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