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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Porthleven
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Porthleven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Porthleven will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 12 trains that leave London for Porthleven on Mon, May 25, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 4 h 48 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.
W347828:03 AM4h44London Paddington (PAD)12:47 PMCamborne station (CBN)$971One-way0 transfers- G14989 · Y415959:03 AM4h56London Paddington (PAD)1:59 PMHayle station (HYL)$971One-way1 transfer
- G14989 · Y415959:03 AM4h48London Paddington (PAD)1:51 PMCamborne station (CBN)$971One-way1 transfer
- W3479110:03 AM4h40London Paddington (PAD)2:43 PMCamborne station (CBN)$1301One-way0 transfers
- G1498012:03 PM4h32London Paddington (PAD)4:35 PMCamborne station (CBN)$1301One-way0 transfers
- G1498012:03 PM4h32London Paddington (PAD)4:35 PMCamborne station (CBN)$1301One-way0 transfers
- W3479110:03 AM4h40London Paddington (PAD)2:43 PMCamborne station (CBN)$1301One-way0 transfers
- G1498012:03 PM4h41London Paddington (PAD)4:44 PMHayle station (HYL)$1301One-way0 transfers
- W347828:03 AM4h44London Paddington (PAD)12:47 PMCamborne station (CBN)$971One-way0 transfers
- W34797 · G1517111:03 AM4h48London Paddington (PAD)3:51 PMCamborne station (CBN)$1321One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Porthleven
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Porthleven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 246 miles (397 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$129 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Porthleven:
A bus is $97 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Porthleven costing on average $129 (€105).
A bus is $163 (€132) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Porthleven costing on average $195 (€158).
Other travel options to Porthleven take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 43m.
Bus takes on average 9h 8m.
You'll arrive about 45m sooner (4h 43m by train vs 5h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $129 (€105) compared to roughly $102 (€82) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Porthleven train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Porthleven trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34782 | 8:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h44 | 12:47 PM Camborne station (CBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34782 · C48442 | 8:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h23 | 1:26 PM Hayle station (HYL) | 1 transfer | |
| G14989 · Y41595 | 9:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h48 | 1:51 PM Camborne station (CBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G14989 · Y41595 | 9:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h56 | 1:59 PM Hayle station (HYL) | 1 transfer | |
| W34791 | 10:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h40 | 2:43 PM Camborne station (CBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34791 · C48443 | 10:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h58 | 3:01 PM Hayle station (HYL) | 1 transfer | |
| W34797 · G15171 | 11:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h56 | 3:59 PM Hayle station (HYL) | 1 transfer | |
| W34797 · G15171 | 11:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h48 | 3:51 PM Camborne station (CBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G14980 | 12:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h32 | 4:35 PM Camborne station (CBN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G14980 | 12:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 4h41 | 4:44 PM Hayle station (HYL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G14983+ W29868 | 12:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h14 | 5:19 PM Camborne station (CBN) | 1 transfer | |
| G14983+W29868 | 12:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 5h22 | 5:27 PM Hayle station (HYL) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Porthleven
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Porthleven run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $128 (€103) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (397 km) distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 246 miles (397 km) |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $128 (€103) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 5:03 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from London to Porthleven trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London and Porthleven from $20 (€16). 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 London to Porthleven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Porthleven 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 Porthleven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Porthleven
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
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