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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Southampton is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Southampton is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Southampton Central via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Penzance to Southampton?

The distance between Penzance and Southampton is 258 miles. The road distance is 215.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Penzance to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Southampton train from?

Penzance to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.

Where does the Penzance to Southampton train arrive?

Penzance to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Southampton is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Penzance to Southampton.

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

Book your Penzance to Southampton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1960+ hotels available in Southampton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Penzance to Southampton by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Westbury (Wilts)train Penzance - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
5h 46m
£108–195
Drive 214 mi
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1. Drive from Penzance to Southamptoncar 214 mi
4h 10m
£53–77
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Penzance to Trurotrain
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NQY - SOU
8h 4m
£138–369
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
6h 35m
£93–186
Train, line 19 bus
1. Take the train from Penzance to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the bus from Bristol Parkway Stn to Bus Stationbus 19
3. Take the train from Bath Spa to Southampton Centraltrain
8h 30m
£122–190

Penzance to Southampton by train

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Distance: 256.5 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Southampton Central via Westbury (Wilts) in around 5h 46m.

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