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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Penzance to Redruth. Traveling by train from Penzance to Redruth usually takes around 25 minutes, but the fastest Great Western Railway train can make the trip in 20 minutes.
| Distance | 16 mi (26 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 20m |
| Lowest price | $12.17 |
| Trains per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Penzance to Redruth?
2 train services operate from Penzance to Redruth. Great Western Railway usually has more trains scheduled, with 11 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 1 | 0h 26m | $14.47 |
| Great Western Railway | 11 | 0h 26m | $13.21 |
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Penzance to Redruth usually takes about 0 hours and 26 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 1 trips on this route every day, and 0 daily trips on weekends.
Great Western Railway is a train company in the United Kingdom responsible for rail services in the west of England and south Wales, including many intercity services to and from London. Whether you book a seat on a standard or first-class carriage, you can expect plenty of legroom, complimentary WiFi, power outlets/USB charging points, and onboard restrooms. There are also café cars or snacks trolleys onboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Penzance to Redruth are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Penzance at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Penzance to Redruth.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Redruth to Penzance.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Penzance?
Main departure station: Penzance Train Station
There is one train station in Penzance.
All train stations in Penzance:
Penzance Train Station
Where is the train station in Redruth?
Main arrival station: Redtruth Rail Station
Redruth has one train station.
Train stations in Redruth:
Redtruth Rail Station
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