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Reading to Penzance train route details

First train
First train
06:27
Last train
Last train
21:29
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Penzance
Journey time
Journey time
5h 9m
Distance
Distance
220 miles
Price
Price
AED 178.94*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

What are the next train times from Reading to Penzance?

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06:27
6h 13m, 2 change
Reading
12:40
Penzance
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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07:27
5h 40m, 2 change
Reading
13:07
Penzance
Great Western Railway
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08:29
5h 11m, 2 change
Reading
13:40
Penzance
Great Western Railway
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09:29
5h 9m, 2 change
Reading
14:38
Penzance
Great Western Railway
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10:02
5h 40m, 2 change
Reading
15:42
Penzance
Great Western Railway
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10:13
5h 59m, 3 change
Reading
16:12
Paris
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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How to book cheap train tickets from Reading to Penzance

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Reading to Penzance. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

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