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The average train between Penzance and Cambridge takes 6h 55m and the fastest train takes 6h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance 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.

6h 55m
Duration
361 mi
Distance
£184
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Penzance to London Paddingtontrain train Penzance - London Paddington
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6h 29m
£157–276

Penzance to Cambridge train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Penzance and Cambridge. 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 Cambridge at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 6h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 10m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 38m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 33m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 31m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 33m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 28m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern7h 4m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern7h 5m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern7h 2m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern7h 10m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 38m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 33m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern7h 10m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 38m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 33m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Great Northern6h 28m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penzance 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.

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  • Distance: 360.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Cambridge via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 6h 29m.

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