What is the cheapest way to get from Derby to Penzance?

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Penzance is to train and bus which costs £60 - £110 and takes 11h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Derby to Penzance?

The fastest way to get from Derby to Penzance is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Penzance?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Derby and arriving at Penzance. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Derby to Penzance?

The distance between Derby and Penzance is 336 miles. The road distance is 303.9 miles.

How do I travel from Derby to Penzance without a car?

The best way to get from Derby to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £140 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Derby to Penzance?

The train from Derby to Penzance takes 6h 11m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Derby to Penzance train from?

Derby to Penzance train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Where does the Derby to Penzance train arrive?

Derby to Penzance train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Penzance station.

Can I drive from Derby to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Penzance is 304 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Derby to Penzance.

How do I get a train ticket from Derby to Penzance?

Book your Derby to Penzance train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Penzance?

There are 2578+ hotels available in Penzance.

Derby to Penzance - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Derby to Penzance by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Penzancetrain Edinburgh - Penzance / ...
6h 11m
£140–220
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 104
11h 42m
£63–106
Drive 302.1 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Penzancecar 302.1 mi
5h 26m
£75–108
Fly from East Midlands Airport, train
1. Fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane EMA - NQY
2. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
8h 14m
£88–239
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Derby to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Penzancetrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
6h 36m
£143–226
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane BHX - NQY
3. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
8h 50m
£100–249
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Derby to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane MAN - NQY
4. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
7h 18m
£96–263

Derby to Penzance by train

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6h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 333.8 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Penzance once daily. Tickets cost £140–220 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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