How much is the train ticket from Penzance to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Penzance to London start from R 1 038. The average price for this train route is around R 2 117. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Penzance to London?

The average train journey time from Penzance to London is 5h 26m, covering a distance of 407 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 6m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Penzance to London route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 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 07:10. And the latest train departs at 21:45.

Train Penzance to London from R 1 134

Next train departures

Next departures from Penzance to London on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:15	Penzance	5h 9m	21:24	London Paddington	CheapestFastest
Train	16:15	Penzance	5h 9m	21:24	London Paddington	No tags
Train	16:50	Penzance	5h 39m	22:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	16:50	Penzance	5h 39m	22:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	17:50	Penzance	6h 9m	23:59	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to London on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:50	Penzance	6h 9m	23:59	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Penzance	5h 9m	21:24	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	07:10	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	07:10	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:15	Penzance	5h 14m	13:29	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to London on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:50	Penzance	6h 9m	23:59	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Penzance	5h 9m	21:24	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	07:10	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	07:10	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:15	Penzance	5h 14m	13:29	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to London on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:45	Penzance	7h 19m	05:04	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Penzance	5h 9m	21:24	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	07:10	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	07:10	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:15	Penzance	5h 14m	13:29	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to London on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:45	Penzance	7h 19m	05:04	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Penzance	5h 9m	21:24	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	07:10	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	07:10	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:15	Penzance	5h 14m	13:29	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to London on 7 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:20	Penzance	5h 20m	21:40	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	08:15	Penzance	5h 14m	13:29	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	07:10	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	07:10	Penzance	5h 19m	12:29	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:15	Penzance	5h 14m	13:29	London Paddington	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to London on 8 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:15	Penzance	7h 49m	05:04	London Paddington	Cheapest
Train	12:18	Penzance	5h 7m	17:25	London Paddington	Fastest
Train	08:10	Penzance	5h 15m	13:25	London Paddington	No tags
Train	08:10	Penzance	5h 15m	13:25	London Paddington	No tags
Train	09:09	Penzance	5h 16m	14:25	London Paddington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:55 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 705, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

411 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 277 - R 1 359	Average duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 038 - R 5 864	Average duration5h 26m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 705 - R 765	Average duration4h 50m	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 1 038

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Penzance to London 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 Penzance to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Penzance to London start from R 1 038. The average price for this train route is around R 2 117. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Penzance to London?
The average train journey time from Penzance to London is 5h 26m, covering a distance of 407 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 6m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Penzance to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 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 07:10. And the latest train departs at 21:45.

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 1 805

01/02

R 2 055

Today

R 1 923

03/02

R 1 919

04/02

R 1 919

05/02

R 1 654

06/02

R 1 653

07/02

R 1 793

The cheapest trip from Penzance to London was searched and found on 06 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 653

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 R 1 653 to R 5 613 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 R 1 653, which is on 2026-02-06.