The average train between Penzance and Hove takes 8h 2m and the fastest train takes 7h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Hove. 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 2 hours between Penzance and Hove. 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 Hove at 8:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 8h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Penzance to Hove? 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 Hove. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Hove station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.
Penzance to Hove train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Hove train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gatwick Airport station.
Book your Penzance to Hove train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Southern.
The distance between Penzance and Hove is 388.1 km. The road distance is 552 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Hove via Reading and Gatwick Airport in around 7h 31m.