The average train between Penzance and Gravesend takes 7h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Gravesend. 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 Gravesend. 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 Gravesend at 7:16 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 7h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Penzance to Gravesend? 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 Gravesend. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Gravesend station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.
Penzance to Gravesend train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Gravesend train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Penzance to Gravesend train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Thameslink.
The distance between Penzance and Gravesend is 440.5 km. The road distance is 531 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to London Paddington every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–230 and the journey takes 5h 11m.