The average train between Penrith and Penzance takes 10h 21m and the fastest train takes 8h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith 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 4 hours between Penrith and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 8:20 PM which arrives into Penzance at 2:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 10h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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9h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Penrith 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 Penrith to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Penzance station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 21m.
Penrith to Penzance train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Penzance train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Penrith to Penzance train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Penrith and Penzance is 539.5 km. The road distance is 755 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Penzance via Birmingham New Street and Plymouth in around 9h 33m.