The average train between Southampton and Penzance takes 6h 57m and the fastest train takes 5h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Southampton 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 4 hours between Southampton and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Penzance at 2:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Westbury (Wilts) and take an average of 6h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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6h 31m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at Penzance station via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.
Southampton to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Southampton to Penzance train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Southampton and Penzance is 305 km. The road distance is 413 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Penzance via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 49m.