The average train between Guildford and Penzance takes 6h and the fastest train takes 5h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Guildford 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 Guildford and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Guildford is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Penzance at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 6m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Guildford 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 Guildford to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Penzance station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.
Guildford to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Guildford station.
Guildford to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Guildford to Penzance train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Guildford and Penzance is 371 km. The road distance is 471 km.
You can take a train from Guildford to Penzance via Reading in around 8h 51m.