The average train between Penzance and Newport takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance to Newport. 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 Newport. 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 Newport at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 51m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Penzance to Newport? 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 Newport. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Newport (S Wales) station via Plymouth station and Bristol Temple Meads station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.
Penzance to Newport train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Newport train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.
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The distance between Penzance and Newport is 241.7 km. The road distance is 322 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Newport (S Wales) via Plymouth and Bristol Temple Meads in around 5h 25m.