The average train between Basildon and Penzance takes 7h 13m and the fastest train takes 6h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Basildon to Penzance. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Basildon and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basildon is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Penzance at 11:41 AM. All services require a transfer at West Ham and take an average of 7h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Basildon to Penzance? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Basildon station and arriving at Penzance station via Penzance. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.
Basildon to Penzance train services, operated by c2c, depart from London Paddington station.
Basildon to Penzance train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Basildon to Penzance train tickets online with c2c, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Basildon and Penzance is 450.6 km. The road distance is 533 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Penzance every 2 hours. Tickets cost £130–260 and the journey takes 8h 10m.