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Trip Overview

The average train between Penzance and Reading takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 53m
Duration
267 mi
Distance
£140
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Penzance to Reading train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Penzance and Reading. 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 Reading at 3:58 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 266.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 53m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Reading every 2 hours. Tickets cost £110–230 and the journey takes 4h 43m.

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