The average train between Penzance and Ludlow takes 7h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance to Ludlow. 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 hourly between Penzance and Ludlow. 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 Ludlow at 10:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 7h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 32m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Penzance to Ludlow? 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 Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Ludlow station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.
Penzance to Ludlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Ludlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Penzance to Ludlow train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Penzance and Ludlow is 317.8 km. The road distance is 480 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Ludlow via Plymouth, Bristol Temple Meads, and Newport (S Wales) in around 7h 3m.