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The average train between Penzance and Hemel Hempstead takes 6h 49m 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 49m
Duration
325 mi
Distance
£162
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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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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    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 24m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 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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Departing Monday, October 19, 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 Tuesday, October 20, 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 21, 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 22, 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

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Hemel Hempstead? 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.

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  • Distance: 325.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 49m

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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