The average train between Penzance and Ashford takes 6h 22m and the fastest train takes 5h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance to Ashford. 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 Penzance and Ashford. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Ashford at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 6h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Ashford? 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 Penzance to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Ashford station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.
Penzance to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Penzance to Ashford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Penzance and Ashford is 385.8 km. The road distance is 471 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Reading every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–230 and the journey takes 4h 43m.