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.
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.



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7h 2m • 3 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Harpenden station and arriving at Penzance station via Farringdon station and Totnes station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.
Harpenden to Penzance train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.
Harpenden to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Penzance station.
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The distance between Harpenden and Penzance is 408.8 km. The road distance is 471 km.
You can take a train from Harpenden to Penzance via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, and Totnes in around 7h 30m.