The average train between Penzance and Penrith takes 9h 49m and the fastest train takes 8h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Penrith. 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 every 4 hours between Penzance and Penrith. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Penrith at 9:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 9h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Penrith? 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 Penrith. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Penrith station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.
Penzance to Penrith train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Penrith train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.
Book your Penzance to Penrith train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Penzance and Penrith is 539.5 km. The road distance is 755 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Penrith North Lakes via Plymouth and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 49m.