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Outbound fromCardiff Central to Penzance by train
It takes an average of 5h 37m to travel from Cardiff Central to Penzance by train, over a distance of around 139 miles (224 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Penzance and tickets for this journey start from £40.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:00 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Penzance | |
| Journey time | From 5h 28m | |
| Distance | 139 miles (224 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £40.50 | |
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Taking the train from Cardiff Central to Penzance in 5 hours 28 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cardiff Central to Penzance? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 37 minutes to travel the 139 miles (224 km) from Cardiff Central to Penzance by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 15 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Great Western Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Penzance.
Book train tickets from Cardiff Central to Penzance in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £40.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Penzance by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Penzance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Cardiff Central to Penzance is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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