The average train between Penzance and Leicester takes 8h 34m and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Leicester. 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 twice daily between Penzance and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 11:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Leicester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.
Penzance to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Leicester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Penzance to Leicester train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Penzance and Leicester is 414.6 km. The road distance is 537 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Leicester via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 59m.