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The average train between Poole and Penzance takes 9h 11m and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Poole to Penzance. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 11m
Duration
251 mi
Distance
£128
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Castle Cary

best
  1. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain train
  2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain train
  3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain train
  4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain train
8h 19m
£101–193

Poole to Penzance train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Poole and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Penzance at 1:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Upwey and take an average of 9h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 59m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 40m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)11h 47m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)13h 25m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 46m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 21m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 49m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 46m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 21m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 49m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 46m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 21m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 49m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 59m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 50m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 45m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 53m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 50m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 41m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country7h 52m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 14m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)13h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 46m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 21m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 49m • 3 changes

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    South Western RailwayGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 59m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Poole to Penzance? 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 Poole to Penzance.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 251.1 mi
  • Duration: 9h 11m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Penzance via Upwey, Castle Cary, and Exeter St Davids in around 8h 19m.

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