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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Penzance
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$224
Fastest journey
7 h 56 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
437 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Penzance will cost around $224 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Penzance on Fri, Nov 07, 5 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 437 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 56 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 9 h 15 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.
07:30AM9h12
Manchester04:42PMPenzance
$1121One-way
0 transfers
12:09PM9h15
Manchester09:24PMPenzance
$1131One-way
0 transfers
07:27AM9h15
Manchester04:42PMPenzance
$1141One-way
0 transfers
03:25PM8h09
Manchester11:34PMPenzance
$3781One-way
0 transfers
04:11AM7h56
Manchester12:07PMPenzance
$4041One-way
0 transfers
04:11AM7h56
Manchester12:07PMPenzance
$4041One-way
0 transfers
03:25PM8h09
Manchester11:34PMPenzance
$3781One-way
0 transfers
07:30AM9h12
Manchester04:42PMPenzance
$1121One-way
0 transfers
12:09PM9h15
Manchester09:24PMPenzance
$1131One-way
0 transfers
07:27AM9h15
Manchester04:42PMPenzance
$1141One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. 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 bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 271 miles (437 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€129 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €178 Average price |
8h 19m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Penzance trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:50 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:11 AM Manchester | 7h56 | 12:07 PM Penzance | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:27 AM Manchester | 9h15 | 4:42 PM Penzance | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM Manchester | 9h12 | 4:42 PM Penzance | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Penzance
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 271 miles (437 km) distance in 7h 40m.
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 $29 (€24)
Distance 271 miles (437 km) |
Average train duration 7h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 40m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 16:25 |
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 $29 (€24)
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Manchester to Penzance trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Manchester and Penzance from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 17m
Cheapest Price
$111 (€90)
CrossCountry frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
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
9h 4m
Cheapest Price
$113 (€92)
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 6m
Cheapest Price
$472 (€385)
Cross Country frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Penzance
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
To fully experience Penzance's attractions, scenery, and local culture, a stay of around 2 to 3 days is recommended.
The distance by train from Manchester to Penzance is 271 miles (437 km).
There is no high speed train available from Manchester to Penzance.
The first train from Manchester to Penzance leaves at 5:03 AM.
The last train from Manchester to Penzance leaves at 4:25 PM.
Train ticket prices from Manchester to Penzance can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $75 (€61), while the average price is around $158 (€129).
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Penzance.
There is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Penzance.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Penzance is by bus, with a cost of around $29 (€24).
The train from Manchester to Penzance takes 7h 40m and runs 5 per day.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Penzance is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), which connects to Penzance station (PNZ).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester to Penzance.
A day trip from Manchester to Penzance is not feasible as the journey takes 7h 40m one way. The distance is 271 miles (437 km) and trains run 5 times per day.
The train journey from Manchester to Penzance is considered scenic, offering views of the English countryside, including the rolling hills of the Cotswolds and the picturesque coastlines of Devon and Cornwall as you approach Penzance.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Penzance
Manchester
Penzance
The major train station for departures in Manchester is East Didsbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at East Didsbury for your trip from Manchester to Penzance.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
8 km
Number of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Wilmslow Road.
Dining
- The Didsbury
- The Gateway
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Travelodge Manchester Didsbury
- Premier Inn Manchester Didsbury
- Eleven Didsbury Park Hotel
Information Desk
- Located near the ticket office
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: entrance and ticket office
- Hall 2: access to platforms
Public transit options for East Didsbury
- Tram: Metrolink East Didsbury Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 42, 142, 50
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Manchester
information
The major train station for arrivals in Penzance is Penzance. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penzance for your journey to Penzance from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Penzance
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
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