The average train between Penryn and Cambridge takes 7h 14m and the fastest train takes 6h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Penryn to Cambridge. 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 3 hours between Penryn and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 7:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penryn is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 12:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Truro and take an average of 7h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 14m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Penryn to Cambridge? 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 Penryn to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Penryn station and arriving at Cambridge station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.
Penryn to Cambridge train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.
Penryn to Cambridge train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cambridge station.
Book your Penryn to Cambridge train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Penryn and Cambridge is 428.1 km. The road distance is 553 km.
You can take a train from Penryn to Cambridge via Truro, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 7h 1m.