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Trip Overview

The average train between Penzance and Mallaig takes 24h and the fastest train takes 16h 29m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Penzance to Mallaig. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

24h
Duration
741 mi
Distance
£336
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Penzance to Mallaig train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Penzance and Mallaig. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:23 PM which arrives into Mallaig at 11:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 24h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail24h 21m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail23h 31m • 4 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail16h 29m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail29h 27m • 4 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail26h 16m • 4 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Mallaig? 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.

Map of how to get from Penzance to Mallaig.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 741.1 mi
  • Duration: 24h

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Mallaig, Scotland?

You can take a train from Penzance to Mallaig via Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 18h 5m.

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