The average train between Portsmouth and Cornwall takes 8h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Portsmouth to Cornwall. 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 Portsmouth and Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Westbury (Wilts) and take an average of 8h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Portsmouth to Cornwall? 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 Portsmouth to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth station and arriving at Cornwall station via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.
Portsmouth to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Par station.
Book your Portsmouth to Cornwall train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Portsmouth and Cornwall is 261.6 km. The road distance is 387 km.
You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Luxulyan via Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, and Par in around 7h 40m.