The average train between Royston and Penzance takes 7h 4m and the fastest train takes 6h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Royston 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 Royston and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 6:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Royston is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Penzance at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 7h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 47m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Royston 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 Royston to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Royston station and arriving at Penzance station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.
Royston to Penzance train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Royston station.
Royston to Penzance train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Royston to Penzance train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Royston and Penzance is 440.7 km. The road distance is 566 km.
You can take a train from Royston to Penzance via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 10h 18m.