The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth to Penzance
Cheapest price
$184
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Penzance will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $184.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portsmouth for Penzance on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 324 km distance in an average of 7 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 7 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Portsmouth to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €87.
Distance: 201 miles (324 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€138 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest |
6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 27m Average total duration 12h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Penzance trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:27 PM Portsmouth | 14h13 | 11:40 AM Penzance | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
![]() | 9:27 AM Portsmouth | 7h15 | 4:42 PM Penzance | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Portsmouth to Penzance trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from Portsmouth to Penzance. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Portsmouth to Penzance.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Portsmouth to Penzance.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Great Western Rail tickets can be bought on Great Western Rail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of first_great_western to help you choose the right option for your journey from Portsmouth to Penzance.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Portsmouth to Penzance.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth to Penzance
Trains from Portsmouth to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€87) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average train duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€87) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Portsmouth to Penzance trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Portsmouth and Penzance from $35 (€28). 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 Portsmouth to Penzance
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth to Penzance
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:30 Saturday 05:40 - 20:30 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Lower Concourse, next to the gateline. The National key toilets are located in the Lower Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Concourse and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Street bus stop at side of Railway Station near Matalan car park.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
- 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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