The average train between Stratford and Penzance takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 5h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Stratford 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 2 hours between Stratford and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 12:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Stratford is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Penzance at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Stratford to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Stratford station and arriving at Penzance station via Penzance. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Stratford to Penzance train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Paddington station.
Stratford to Penzance train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Stratford to Penzance train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Stratford and Penzance is 419.4 km. The road distance is 500 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Penzance every 2 hours. Tickets cost £130–260 and the journey takes 8h 10m.