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Trip Overview

The average train between Penzance and Basingstoke takes 5h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance to Basingstoke. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 51m
Duration
282 mi
Distance
£140
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Penzance to Basingstoke train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Penzance and Basingstoke. 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 Basingstoke at 5:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)6h 11m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)8h 1m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 58m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 29m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 29m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 58m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 29m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 29m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 52m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 24m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 19m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 19m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 20m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 17m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway5h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 58m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 29m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 29m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)4h 58m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 29m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 29m • 1 change
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 24m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Basingstoke? 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 Penzance to Basingstoke.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 282.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 51m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Reading every 2 hours. Tickets cost £110–200 and the journey takes 4h 44m.

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