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The average train between Chester and Penryn takes 8h 11m and the fastest train takes 6h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Penryn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 11m
Duration
350 mi
Distance
£172
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Chester to Penryn train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Chester and Penryn. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Penryn at 3:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)13h 28m • 4 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 30m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 26m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 26m • 4 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Transport for WalesCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 31m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 26m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 26m • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 16m • 4 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 16m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 57m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 45m • 4 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 30m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 26m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 26m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 30m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 26m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 26m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 30m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 34m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 26m • 4 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)7h 26m • 4 changes
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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Penryn? 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.

Map of how to get from Chester to Penryn.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 350.3 mi
  • Duration: 8h 11m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Penryn, Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Penryn via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, Plymouth, and Truro in around 8h 20m.

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