The average train between Penzance and Melksham takes 7h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. There is at least one train per day from Penzance to Melksham. 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 once daily between Penzance and Melksham. The earliest departure is at 8:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 5:55 PM which arrives into Melksham at 7:20 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

4h 31m • 1 change
5h 20m • 1 change
4h 27m • 1 change
4h 49m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Penzance to Melksham? 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 Melksham. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Melksham station via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.
Penzance to Melksham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Melksham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.
Book your Penzance to Melksham train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Penzance and Melksham is 276.7 km. The road distance is 349 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Westbury (Wilts) 3 times a week. Tickets cost £90–170 and the journey takes 4h 7m.