How much is the train ticket from Penzance to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Penzance to London start at $100. The average price for this train route is around $182. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Penzance to London?

The average train trip from Penzance to London takes 5h 19m and covers 407 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 4m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Penzance to London route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Penzance to London departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 9:45pm.

Train Penzance to London from $96

Next train departures

Next departures for Penzance to London on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:20pm	Penzance	5h 20m	9:40pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	12:17pm	Penzance	5h 12m	5:29pm	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:10am	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	8:15am	Penzance	5h 14m	1:29pm	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Penzance to London on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Penzance	5h 25m	1:35pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Penzance	5h 16m	1:26pm	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Penzance	5h 16m	1:26pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	8:10am	Penzance	5h 25m	1:35pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	9:18am	Penzance	5h 20m	2:38pm	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Penzance to London on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:10pm	Penzance	6h 40m	11:50pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	12:15pm	Penzance	6h 9m	6:24pm	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Penzance	6h 19m	1:29pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	7:10am	Penzance	6h 19m	1:29pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	8:10am	Penzance	6h 17m	2:27pm	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures for Penzance to London on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Penzance	6h 19m	1:29pm	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	12:15pm	Penzance	6h 9m	6:24pm	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Penzance	6h 19m	1:29pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	8:10am	Penzance	6h 17m	2:27pm	London Paddington	No tags
Train	8:10am	Penzance	6h 17m	2:27pm	London Paddington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:11 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Penzance to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

411 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $173	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$100 - $503	Average Duration5h 19m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$62 - $62	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

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 WiFi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at $100

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Penzance to London 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 Penzance to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Penzance to London start at $100. The average price for this train route is around $182. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Penzance to London?
The average train trip from Penzance to London takes 5h 19m and covers 407 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 4m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Penzance to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Penzance to London?
The earliest train from Penzance to London departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 9:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-27

$172

11-28

$174

Today

$152

11-30

$174

12-01

No data

12-02

No data

12-03

$128

12-04

$96

The cheapest trip from Penzance to London was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $96

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

You can expect to pay from $96 to $477 for a train ticket from Penzance to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $96 which is on 2025-12-04.