The average train between Paignton and Penzance takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Paignton 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 Paignton and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Paignton is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Penzance at 11:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 59m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Paignton 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 Paignton to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Newton Abbot station and arriving at Penzance station via Penzance station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Paignton to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Paignton to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Penzance station.
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The distance between Paignton and Penzance is 144.3 km. The road distance is 167 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newton Abbot to Penzance hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.