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Travelling from London Paddington to Penzance by train? Advance Tickets can be as low as £28.50*, with average fares of £44.46. Benefit from Off-Peak train tickets, Return train tickets, and Anytime Train Tickets for extra savings. Enjoy the most cost-effective and pleasant journey with TrainPal. For more tips on saving money, visit our UK cheap train ticket guide.
Travelling from London Paddington to Penzance, the fastest train takes 5h with an average travel time of 5h 30m. With 14 daily trains, the first departs at 08:00 and the last at 23:50. Off-Peak hours begin at 09:30 on weekdays, and all-day Off-Peak on weekends and bank holidays. Keep informed of live train status, times, delays, and cancellations with us.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
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13:03 London Paddington | 18:34 Penzance | On time | 5h 31m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
14:03 London Paddington | 19:05 Penzance | On time | 5h 2m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
15:03 London Paddington | 20:34 Penzance | On time | 5h 31m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
16:03 London Paddington | 21:03 Penzance | On time | 5h | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
17:03 London Paddington | 22:07 Penzance | On time | 5h 4m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
Plan your journey from London Paddington to Penzance with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
| First train | 08:00 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 23:50 |
| Departure station | London Paddington |
| Arrival station | Penzance |
| Distance | 253 miles (407 km) |
| Journey time | From 5h |
| Price | From £28.50 |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway |
Explore more about stations London Paddington and Penzance, including addresses, facilities, live times, and updates. We offers real-time train updates, ensuring you are well informed about your departure and arrival stations for a stress-free journey.
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London Paddington is 407 km away from Penzance. The train ride takes about 5h. 14 trains are running daily between London Paddington and Penzance. The first train departs at 08:00, and the last train departs at 23:50. Check the latest schedule for the most up-to-date information.
The train departs from London Paddington, situated on Praed Street in the Paddington district. The station is accessible by taxi, bus, underground, or bicycle.
London Paddington is operated by Great Western Railway, the Elizabeth Line, and the Heathrow Express. This station also provides services to Reading, Plymouth, Newbury, and other destinations.
London Paddington is served by four London Underground lines: the Bakerloo line, the Circle and District lines, the Circle and Hammersmith & City lines, and the Elizabeth Line. Two different stations serve these four lines.
The main stops on this route include:
Stops may vary depending on the operators, routes, and times.
The train from London Paddington to Penzance arrives at Penzance station, located in the town of Penzance in Cornwall, England. You can reach Penzance by train, bus, or bicycle.
Penzance Station is primarily operated by Great Western Railway but also has a few CrossCountry services. Train services to Plymouth, Leeds, Edinburgh, and other locations are also available from this station.
In Penzance, you can:
For a seamless journey from London Paddington to Penzance, choose the best train options and enjoy all that Penzance has to offer.
The Great Western Railway journey from London Paddington to Penzance lasts about 4 hours and 57 minutes. This route passes through urban landscapes, rural fields, hills, and stunning coastlines, ultimately reaching the charming seaside town of Penzance.
GWR, which was a British railway company, connected London with the regions of southwest, west, and West Midlands in England, as well as most parts of Wales. It enhances regional connectivity and simplifies passenger travel.
The trains also offer free WiFi, comfortable seats, plenty of luggage space, and a range of convenient amenities for passengers to enjoy.
Provide comfortable seats, power sockets, and free WiFi.
Relax in spacious seating with drinks, snacks, USB ports, and upgraded free WiFi. Access a fully-equipped first-class lounge.
Key travel instructions provide information on luggage limits, bicycle permissions, passenger assistance, and travelling with children and pets.
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