| Duration | 5h 41m |
| Distance | 213.6 miles |
| Average price | £110 |
| Frequency | 5/week |
Trip overview
The train between Cardiff and Penzance takes 5h 41m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Cardiff 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.
Cardiff to Penzance train times
Trains run five times a week between Cardiff and Penzance.
The service departs Cardiff at 17:59 in the afternoon, which arrives into Penzance at 23:40.
All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 41m.
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Departing Friday, November 7, 2025
Departing Monday, November 10, 2025
Departing Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Departing Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Departing Thursday, November 13, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Penzance? 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.
Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Penzance?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Penzance. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 42m.
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How far is it from Cardiff to Penzance?
The distance between Cardiff and Penzance is 245 miles. The road distance is 213.6 miles.
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Where do I catch the Cardiff to Penzance train from?
Cardiff to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
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Where does the Cardiff to Penzance train arrive?
Cardiff to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Penzance station.
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How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Penzance?
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More detailsWhat companies run services between Cardiff and Penzance?
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Penzance 5 times a week. Tickets cost £130 - £150 and the journey takes 5h 42m.
Train operators
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Ave. Duration
5h 42m
Frequency
5 times a week
Estimated price
£130 - £150
- Phone
- +44 3457 000 125
- gwr.feedback@gwr.com
- Website
- gwr.com
Train from Cardiff Central to Penzance
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 42m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- £130 - £150
- Website
- https://www.gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
- Ave. Duration
- 48 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- £15 - £24
- Website
- https://www.gwr.com/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 31m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- £23 - £80
- Website
- https://www.gwr.com/
Train from Plymouth to Penzance
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- £12 - £26
- Website
- https://www.gwr.com/
Cross Country
Ave. Duration
49 min
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
£10 - £30
- Phone
- 0344 736 9123
- customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
- Website
- crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
- Ave. Duration
- 49 min
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- £10 - £30
- Website
- https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 2m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- £22 - £60
- Website
- https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Plymouth to Penzance
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 51m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- £6 - £35
- Website
- https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
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