What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Penzance?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Penzance is to fly and train which costs £65 - £240 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Penzance?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Penzance is to fly and train which takes 6h 11m and costs £65 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Penzance?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Penzance. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 39m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Penzance?

The distance between Edinburgh and Penzance is 444 miles. The road distance is 546.7 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Penzance without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 10h 39m and costs £340 - £490.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Penzance?

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Edinburgh to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Penzance train from?

Edinburgh to Penzance train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Penzance train arrive?

Edinburgh to Penzance train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Penzance station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Penzance is 547 miles. It takes approximately 9h 28m to drive from Edinburgh to Penzance.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Penzance?

Book your Edinburgh to Penzance train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Penzance?

There are 2672+ hotels available in Penzance.

Edinburgh to Penzance - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Penzance by plane, train, or car

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
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1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane EDI - NQY
2. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
6h 11m
£66–238
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penzancetrain Edinburgh - Penzance
10h 39m
£340–490
Drive 543.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Penzancecar 543.5 mi
9h 28m
£131–190
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain
7h 54m
£146–352
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Penzancetrain
8h 17m
£136–302
Train to Newcastle, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane NCL - NQY
3. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
7h 28m
£128–316
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Penzancetrain
13h 6m
£241–448

Edinburgh to Penzance by train

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10h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 441.7 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Penzance, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penzance once daily. Tickets cost £340–490 and the journey takes 10h 39m.

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