The average train between Penzance and Basildon takes 7h 4m and the fastest train takes 6h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance to Basildon. 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 2 hours between Penzance and Basildon. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Basildon at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 7h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Basildon? 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 Penzance to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Basildon station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.
Penzance to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Basildon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Penzance to Basildon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and c2c.
The distance between Penzance and Basildon is 450.6 km. The road distance is 533 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to London Paddington every 2 hours. Tickets cost £130–260 and the journey takes 5h 9m.