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Manchester to Penzance trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Penzance takes 8h 20m and the fastest train takes 7h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester 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.

8h 20m
Duration
376 mi
Distance
£237
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain train
  3. Take the train from Plymouth to Penzancetrain train
8h 18m
£175–289

Manchester to Penzance train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Manchester and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 6:25 PM which arrives into Penzance at 7:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 376 mi
  • Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Penzance, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penzance via Birmingham New Street and Plymouth in around 8h 18m.

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