How much is the train ticket from London to Penzance?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Penzance start at $89. The average price for this train route is around $181. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from London to Penzance?

The average train trip from London to Penzance takes 5h 11m and covers 407 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 57m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Penzance route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Penzance?

The earliest train from London to Penzance departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 11:50pm.

Train London to Penzance from $94

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Penzance on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:04pm	London Paddington	5h 32m	12:36am	Penzance	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:04pm	London Paddington	5h 32m	12:36am	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for London to Penzance on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:05pm	London Paddington	5h 5m	5:10pm	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	6:03pm	London Paddington	4h 57m	11:00pm	Penzance	Fastest
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	5h 4m	1:07pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	5h 4m	1:07pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	9:03am	London Paddington	5h 9m	2:12pm	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for London to Penzance on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:05pm	London Paddington	5h 5m	5:10pm	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	6:03pm	London Paddington	4h 57m	11:00pm	Penzance	Fastest
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	5h 4m	1:07pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	5h 4m	1:07pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	9:03am	London Paddington	5h 9m	2:12pm	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for London to Penzance on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:03pm	London Paddington	5h 39m	8:42pm	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	5h 5m	1:08pm	Penzance	Fastest
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	5h 5m	1:08pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	9:03am	London Paddington	5h 8m	2:11pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	9:03am	London Paddington	5h 8m	2:11pm	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for London to Penzance on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:50pm	London Paddington	8h 5m	7:55am	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	4:00pm	London Paddington	5h 4m	9:04pm	Penzance	Fastest
Train	7:49am	London Paddington	5h 40m	1:29pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	7:49am	London Paddington	5h 40m	1:29pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:33am	London Paddington	5h 32m	2:05pm	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for London to Penzance on February 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:05pm	London Paddington	5h 5m	5:10pm	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	6:03pm	London Paddington	4h 57m	11:00pm	Penzance	Fastest
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	5h 4m	1:07pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:03am	London Paddington	5h 4m	1:07pm	Penzance	No tags
Train	9:03am	London Paddington	5h 9m	2:12pm	Penzance	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:58 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Penzance

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Penzance. The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

9h 55mAverage Duration

395 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $105	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$89 - $494	Average Duration5h 11m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$60 - $60	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $89

GB train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Penzance by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Penzance?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Penzance start at $89. The average price for this train route is around $181. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Penzance?
The average train trip from London to Penzance takes 5h 11m and covers 407 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 57m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Penzance route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Penzance?
The earliest train from London to Penzance departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 11:50pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-26

$172

01-27

$173

Today

$161

01-29

$164

01-30

$172

01-31

$150

02-01

$161

02-02

$117

The cheapest trip from London to Penzance was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $117

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Penzance, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $117 to $481 for a train ticket from London to Penzance based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $117 which is on 2026-02-02.