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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price on Sep 02
€89
Average ticket price on Sep 02
€171
Fastest journey on Sep 02
8 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
8 h 36 m
Trains on Sep 02
2
Distance
437 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Manchester will cost around €171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €89.
On Wed, Sep 02, we found 2 trains from Penzance to Manchester, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 02 the direct trains cover the 437 km distance in an average of 8 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 9 m .
On Wed, Sep 02 the slowest trains will take 9 h 3 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, while a train costs an average of €225.
Distance: 271 miles (437 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€225 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €187 Average price | €103 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 20m Average total duration 12h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Penzance to Manchester:
A bus is €131 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Penzance to Manchester costing on average €187.
A bus is €169 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penzance to Manchester costing on average €225.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 15m.
Bus takes on average 12h 50m.
Tickets start at around €225 compared to roughly €103 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-121.40. The journey takes 7h 15m versus 6h 34m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 AM Penzance | 9h03 | 5:13 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 AM Penzance | 8h09 | 5:59 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Penzance to Manchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €91 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 271 miles (437 km) distance in 6h 51m.
Distance 271 miles (437 km) |
Average train duration 7h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €91 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 51m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 4:25 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Penzance to Manchester trains use the Penzance to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Penzance and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penzance has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Penzance.
Wi-Fi is available at Penzance.
Ticket office support is available at Penzance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Penzance: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Penzance: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penzance: 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.
Nearby hotels include Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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