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Trip Overview

The average train between Penzance and Preston takes 10h 17m and the fastest train takes 7h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

10h 17m
Duration
397 mi
Distance
£192
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Penzance to Preston train times

Trains run twice daily between Penzance and Preston. The earliest departure is at 11:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Preston at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 10h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast13h 37m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast7h 35m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast13h 37m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast7h 35m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast13h 37m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast7h 35m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast13h 37m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast7h 35m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast7h 20m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast16h 13m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast7h 35m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Preston? 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 Preston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 397.5 mi
  • Duration: 10h 17m

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Penzance to Preston via Birmingham New Street in around 8h 15m.

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