How much is the train ticket from London to Penzance?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Penzance start from R 1 042. The average price for this train route is around R 2 135. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Penzance?

The average train journey time from London to Penzance is 5h 11m, covering a distance of 407 km. The quickest train can get 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 run on 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 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:50.

Train London to Penzance from R 1 107

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Penzance on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:45	London Paddington	8h 10m	07:55	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	18:03	London Paddington	4h 57m	23:00	Penzance	Fastest
Train	13:03	London Paddington	5h 38m	18:41	Penzance	No tags
Train	13:03	London Paddington	5h 38m	18:41	Penzance	No tags
Train	15:03	London Paddington	5h 7m	20:10	Penzance	No tags

Next departures from London to Penzance on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:05	London Paddington	5h 5m	17:10	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	18:03	London Paddington	4h 57m	23:00	Penzance	Fastest
Train	08:03	London Paddington	5h 4m	13:07	Penzance	No tags
Train	08:03	London Paddington	5h 4m	13:07	Penzance	No tags
Train	09:03	London Paddington	5h 9m	14:12	Penzance	No tags

Next departures from London to Penzance on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:05	London Paddington	5h 5m	17:10	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	18:03	London Paddington	4h 57m	23:00	Penzance	Fastest
Train	08:03	London Paddington	5h 4m	13:07	Penzance	No tags
Train	08:03	London Paddington	5h 4m	13:07	Penzance	No tags
Train	09:03	London Paddington	5h 9m	14:12	Penzance	No tags

Next departures from London to Penzance on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:05	London Paddington	5h 5m	17:10	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	18:03	London Paddington	4h 57m	23:00	Penzance	Fastest
Train	08:03	London Paddington	5h 4m	13:07	Penzance	No tags
Train	08:03	London Paddington	5h 4m	13:07	Penzance	No tags
Train	09:03	London Paddington	5h 9m	14:12	Penzance	No tags

Next departures from London to Penzance on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:05	London Paddington	5h 5m	17:10	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	18:03	London Paddington	4h 57m	23:00	Penzance	Fastest
Train	08:03	London Paddington	5h 4m	13:07	Penzance	No tags
Train	08:03	London Paddington	5h 4m	13:07	Penzance	No tags
Train	09:03	London Paddington	5h 9m	14:12	Penzance	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:31 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 276, 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 priceR 276 - R 1 230	Average duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 042 - R 5 825	Average duration5h 11m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 703 - R 703	Average duration4h 30m	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 about the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 042

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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 1 042. The average price for this train route is around R 2 135. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Penzance?
The average train journey time from London to Penzance is 5h 11m, covering a distance of 407 km. The quickest train can get 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 run on 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 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

31/01

R 1 801

01/02

R 2 055

Today

R 1 920

03/02

R 1 916

04/02

R 1 916

05/02

R 1 916

06/02

R 2 046

07/02

R 1 809

The cheapest trip from London to Penzance was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 801

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 R 1 801 to R 5 694 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 R 1 809, which is on 2026-02-07.