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The average train between Penzance and Hemel Hempstead takes 6h 54m and the fastest train takes 6h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Hemel Hempstead. 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 54m
Duration
325 mi
Distance
£161
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Penzance to London Paddingtontrain train Penzance - London Paddington
6h 19m
£137–244

Penzance to Hemel Hempstead train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Penzance and Hemel Hempstead. 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 Hemel Hempstead at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 6h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains9h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 8m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 36m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 31m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 8m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 36m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 31m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 8m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 36m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 31m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 8m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 36m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 31m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 29m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 31m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 26m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 43m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 44m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 41m • 2 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)West Midlands Trains6h 35m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 325.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Hemel Hempstead, England?

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.

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