The average train between Penzance and Southport takes 9h 31m and the fastest train takes 8h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Southport. 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 3 hours between Penzance and Southport. 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 Southport at 11:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 9h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 15m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Penzance to Southport? 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 Southport. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Southport station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.
Penzance to Southport train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Southport train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Penzance to Southport train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Penzance and Southport is 428.8 km. The road distance is 643 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Southport via Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 9h 30m.