Brighton to Penzance train with Great Western Rail

Fri, Nov 07
+ Add return
Great Western Rail
Southern
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
Italo
1,000+ travel companies
Great Western Rail
Southern
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
Italo
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Penzance

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$106

Average price

$134

Fastest journey

7 h 41 m

Average duration

8 h 33 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

390 km

Cheap tickets

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 $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Brighton for Penzance on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 390 km distance in an average of 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 41 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 9 h 27 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.

Great Western Rail
07:28AM8h32
Brighton
04:00PMPenzance
$1061One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
08:58AM9h27
Brighton
06:25PMPenzance
$1131One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
04:26AM7h41
Brighton
12:07PMPenzance
$1821One-way
0 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 bus with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, and a flight costs an average of €30.

Distance: 242 miles (390 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Flight
Bus

€103

Average price

€127

Average price

€69

Average price

Cheapest

6h 53m

Average total duration

6h 23m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 15m

Onboard

+

3h 0m

Additional time*

11h 57m

Average total duration

11h 27m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

Great Western Rail

Most popular train company

Eastern Airways

Most popular airline

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Brighton to Penzance train times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Penzance trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 5:37 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western4:26 AM Brighton
7h41
12:07 PM Penzance0 transfersDirect
great_western7:28 AM Brighton
8h32
4:00 PM Penzance0 transfersDirect
great_western8:58 AM Brighton
9h27
6:25 PM Penzance0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Brighton to Penzance by train, bus, or flight

Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Fri
Nov 07
Sat
Nov 08
Sun
Nov 09
Mon
Nov 10
Tue
Nov 11
Wed
Nov 12
Thu
Nov 13

Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Penzance

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Brighton to Penzance run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) 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 6h 46m.

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
Flight from $37 (€30)
Distance
242 miles (390 km)
Average train duration
6h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
$77 (€63)
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
6h 46m
First train
05:03
Last train
21:45
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
Flight from $37 (€30)

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Southern from Brighton to Penzance trainsGreat Western Rail, Southern trains will get you between Brighton and Penzance from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 46m
Cheapest Price
$61 (€50)
Great Western Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
17h 19m
Cheapest Price
$343 (€279)
Southern frequency
1 a day

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.

FAQs
The distance by train from Brighton to Penzance is 242 miles (390 km).
To fully experience Penzance's attractions, scenery, and local culture, a stay of around 2 to 3 days is recommended.
The first train from Brighton to Penzance leaves at 5:03 AM.
Train ticket prices from Brighton to Penzance can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $77 (€63), while the average price is around $127 (€103).
There is no high speed train available from Brighton to Penzance.
The last train from Brighton to Penzance leaves at 9:45 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Penzance is by flight, with a cost of around $37 (€30).
There is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Penzance.
The train from Brighton to Penzance takes 6h 46m and runs 4 per day.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Penzance is Brighton station (BTN), which connects to Penzance station (PNZ).
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Penzance.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Brighton to Penzance.
The train journey from Brighton to Penzance is considered scenic, offering views of the South Downs, the rolling countryside of the West Country, and the dramatic Cornish coastline.
A day trip from Brighton to Penzance is not feasible as the journey duration is 6h 46m and the distance is 242 miles (390 km). Trains run 4 times per day.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Brighton to Penzance

Brighton
Penzance
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Penzance.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
Dining
  • The Grand Central
  • The Cyclist
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Brighton
  • Ibis Brighton City Centre
  • My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Brighton
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Southern and Thameslink services

More options for your journey from Brighton to Penzance

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone