The average train between Penzance and France takes 9h 18m and the fastest train takes 8h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to France. 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 4 hours between Penzance and France. 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 France at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 9h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 57m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Penzance to France? 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 France. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at France station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.
Penzance to France train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to France train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Penzance and France is 673.1 km. The road distance is 945 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Cité via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 8h 26m.