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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Penzance
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
7 h 54 m
Average duration
8 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Penzance will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 3 trains that leave Brighton for Penzance on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 390 km distance in an average of 8 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 54 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:39 AM8h46Brighton6:25 PMPenzance$951One-way0 transfers- 9:43 AM8h42Brighton6:25 PMPenzance$1071One-way0 transfers
- 6:09 AM7h54Brighton2:03 PMPenzance$1581One-way0 transfers
- 6:09 AM7h54Brighton2:03 PMPenzance$1581One-way0 transfers
- 9:43 AM8h42Brighton6:25 PMPenzance$1071One-way0 transfers
- 9:39 AM8h46Brighton6:25 PMPenzance$951One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Brighton to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $95.
Distance: 242 miles (390 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $98 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 57m Average total duration 11h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Penzance:
A flight is $71 (€58) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brighton to Penzance costing on average $98 (€80).
A flight is $106 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Penzance costing on average $132 (€108).
Other travel options to Penzance take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 23m.
Bus takes on average 11h 27m.
Tickets start at around $132 (€108) compared to roughly $102 (€83) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-30.33 (€-24.82). The journey takes 6h 23m versus 5h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Penzance
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Trains from Brighton to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€77) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 242 miles (390 km) distance in 7h 16m.
Distance 242 miles (390 km) |
Average train duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€77) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 16m |
First train 5:03 AM |
Last train 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Southern from Brighton to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Brighton and Penzance from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Penzance
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Penzance by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penzance, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Penzance
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
- Storage location: Station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
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