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The average train between Penzance and Brighton takes 7h 34m and the fastest train takes 6h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Brighton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 34m
Duration
343 mi
Distance
£175
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Penzance to Readingtrain train Penzance - London Paddington / ...
  2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain train Reading - Gatwick Airport
7h 17m
£146–264

Penzance to Brighton train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Penzance and Brighton. 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 Brighton at 6:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 7h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Thameslink8h 58m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 24m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 22m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 17m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 24m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 22m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 17m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 24m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 22m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 17m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 15m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 17m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 12m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Gatwick Express7h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Southern7h 25m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Southern7h 26m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Southern7h 23m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Southern7h 17m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Brighton? 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.

Map of how to get from Penzance to Brighton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 342.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Penzance to Brighton via Reading and Gatwick Airport in around 7h 17m.

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