The average train between Penzance and Glasgow takes 12h and the fastest train takes 9h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Glasgow. 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 3 hours between Penzance and Glasgow. 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 Glasgow at 2:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 12h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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10h 38m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Penzance to Glasgow? 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 Glasgow. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Glasgow station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.
Penzance to Glasgow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Glasgow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Penzance to Glasgow train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Penzance and Glasgow is 644.7 km. The road distance is 946 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Glasgow Central via Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, and Carlisle in around 11h 32m.