Birmingham to Penzance train

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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Penzance

Showing times and prices for Dec 08

Cheapest

$190

Average

$269

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

C80055

01:12PM5h53

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

07:05PMPenzance station (PNZ)

$1901One-way

1 transfer

C48552

09:30AM5h11

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

02:41PMPenzance station (PNZ)

$2541One-way

0 transfers

C80046

11:30AM5h35

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

05:05PMPenzance station (PNZ)

$3001One-way

1 transfer

C80044

10:30AM5h57

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

04:27PMPenzance station (PNZ)

$3001One-way

1 transfer

C80051

12:12PM6h19

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

06:31PMPenzance station (PNZ)

$3001One-way

1 transfer

Birmingham to Penzance train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 8

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Cross Country C48552	09:30AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	5h11	02:41PM Penzance station (PNZ)	0 transfersDirect
Cross Country C80044	10:30AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	5h57	04:27PM Penzance station (PNZ)	1 transfer
Cross Country C80046	11:30AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	5h35	05:05PM Penzance station (PNZ)	1 transfer
Cross Country C80051	12:12PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	6h19	06:31PM Penzance station (PNZ)	1 transfer
Cross Country C80055	01:12PM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	5h53	07:05PM Penzance station (PNZ)	1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Birmingham to Penzance

Showing times and prices for Dec 08

Fastest Journey

5 h 11 m

Average

5 h 47 m

Trains per day

Distance

365 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for Penzance every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

C48552

09:30AM5h11

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

02:41PMPenzance station (PNZ)

$2541One-way

0 transfers

C80046

11:30AM5h35

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

05:05PMPenzance station (PNZ)

$3001One-way

1 transfer

C80055

01:12PM5h53

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

07:05PMPenzance station (PNZ)

$1901One-way

1 transfer

C80044

10:30AM5h57

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

04:27PMPenzance station (PNZ)

$3001One-way

1 transfer

C80051

12:12PM6h19

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

06:31PMPenzance station (PNZ)

$3001One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Penzance

Trains from Birmingham to Penzance run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $112 (€100) but you can travel from only $27 (€24) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $27 (€24)

Distance

226 miles (364 km)

Average train duration

6h 34m

Cheapest ticket price

$112 (€100)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 11m

First train

03:40

Last train

21:12

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $27 (€24)

Train providers: CrossCountry and Great Western Rail from Birmingham to Penzance trains

Travel from Birmingham to Penzance from $126 (€112) with Omio’s train partners CrossCountry and Great Western Rail! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains between Birmingham and Penzance. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Birmingham to Penzance with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 5 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $126
CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Train information from Birmingham to Penzance with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 6 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $173

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Penzance

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Penzance easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Penzance.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Penzance can start from as little as $112 (€100) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Penzance is $218 (€194); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Birmingham to Penzance train time is 5 h 11 min covering the 226 mile (364 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Penzance leaves at 3: 40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Penzance leaves at 9: 12 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Birmingham to Penzance which require at least one change with CrossCountry or Great Western Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Birmingham to Penzance train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with CrossCountry or Great Western Rail. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Penzance from Birmingham to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 12 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Penzance is January.

You have options as you can travel between Birmingham and Penzance 2 different ways: bus or train.