The average train between Ilford and Penzance takes 6h 27m and the fastest train takes 5h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Ilford 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 2 hours between Ilford and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 12:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Ilford is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Penzance at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Ilford station and arriving at Penzance station via Penzance. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.
Ilford to Penzance train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.
Ilford to Penzance train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Ilford to Penzance train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Ilford and Penzance is 425 km. The road distance is 506 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Penzance every 2 hours. Tickets cost £130–260 and the journey takes 8h 10m.