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Portsmouth to Penzance trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Portsmouth and Penzance takes 15h 8m and the fastest train takes 14h 13m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Portsmouth 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.

15h 8m
Duration
281 mi
Distance
£136
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Portsmouth to Penzance train times

Trains run twice a week between Portsmouth and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 9:27 PM at night, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Penzance at 11:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 15h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)14h 13m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)16h 3m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Portsmouth 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.

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  • Distance: 281 mi
  • Duration: 15h 8m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Penzance via Westbury (Wilts) in around 6h 47m.

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