The average train between Penzance and Harwich takes 8h 37m and the fastest train takes 7h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Harwich. 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 Harwich. 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 Harwich at 8:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 8h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Harwich? 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 Harwich. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Harwich station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.
Penzance to Harwich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Harwich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Manningtree station.
Book your Penzance to Harwich train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Penzance and Harwich is 518.1 km. The road distance is 607 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Harwich Town via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Manningtree in around 7h 39m.