The average train between Rochester and Penzance takes 7h 45m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochester 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Rochester and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Penzance at 11:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 7h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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7h 11m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochester 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.
No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Penzance station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.
Rochester to Penzance train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Penzance train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Rochester to Penzance train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Rochester and Penzance is 447.7 km. The road distance is 543 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Penzance via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 10h 46m.