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The average train between Harpenden and Penzance takes 7h 23m and the fastest train takes 6h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Harpenden 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 23m
Duration
332 mi
Distance
£170
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Harpenden to Penzance train times

Trains run hourly between Harpenden and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 12:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Harpenden is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Penzance at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 7h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 2m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country6h 34m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 34m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 32m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 4m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 32m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 4m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 27m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 1m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 32m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)13h 53m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 26m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 25m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 24m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 32m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 4m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 35m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 32m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 4m • 3 changes
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    ThameslinkElizabeth Line (TfL)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 2m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Harpenden 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 Harpenden to Penzance.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 331.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a train from Harpenden to Penzance via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Totnes in around 7h 30m.

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