How much is the train ticket from London to Penzance?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Penzance start from $64. The average price for this train route is around $130. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Penzance?

The average train ride duration from London to Penzance is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 57m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators service the London to Penzance route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Penzance?

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

Train London to Penzance from $68

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Penzance on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:45pm	London Paddington	8h 10m	7:55am	Penzance	CheapestFastest

Next departures for London to Penzance on January 27
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	10:03am	London Paddington	5h	3:03pm	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 28
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 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

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:26 PM 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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

9h 50mAverage Duration

246 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $79	Average Duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$64 - $358	Average Duration5h 9m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$43 - $43	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. Travelers 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 $64

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $64. The average price for this train route is around $130. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Penzance?
The average train ride duration from London to Penzance is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 57m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators service the London to Penzance route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from London to Penzance?
The earliest train departs from London to Penzance at 7:02am. And 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

01/24

$108

01/25

$124

Today

$124

01/27

$116

01/28

$116

01/29

$116

01/30

$124

01/31

$108

The cheapest trip from London to Penzance was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $108

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 $108 to $338 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 $108 which is on 2026-01-31.