The average train between Penzance and Birmingham takes 5h 36m and the fastest train takes 5h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Birmingham. 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 twice daily between Penzance and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 11:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 11:54 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Penzance station and arriving at Birmingham station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 5h 36m.
Penzance to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
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The distance between Penzance and Birmingham is 364.6 km. The road distance is 474 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Penzance to Birmingham New Street twice daily. Tickets cost £160–230 and the journey takes 5h 40m.