Penzance to Highbury & Islington by train
| First train | 08:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:30 | |
| Departure station | Penzance | |
| Arrival station | Highbury & Islington | |
| Journey time | From 6h 5m | |
| Distance | 256 miles (413 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Penzance to Highbury & Islington by train
Looking to travel from Penzance to Highbury & Islington by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 7 hours 41 minutes to travel from Penzance to Highbury & Islington by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 5 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 256 miles (413 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Highbury & Islington, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry or London Overground to get to Highbury & Islington. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Penzance to Highbury & Islington in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Penzance to Highbury & Islington
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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 Penzance to Highbury & Islington 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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