The average train between Penzance and Southampton takes 6h 40m and the fastest train takes 5h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance to Southampton. 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 Southampton. 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 Southampton at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 6h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 49m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Penzance to Southampton? 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 Southampton. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Southampton station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.
Penzance to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Salisbury station.
Book your Penzance to Southampton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), South Western Railway and Cross Country.
The distance between Penzance and Southampton is 305 km. The road distance is 391 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Southampton Central via Exeter St Davids and Salisbury in around 6h 19m.