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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Birkenhead to Penryn. The train trip from Birkenhead to Penryn is usually about 11 hours and 44 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Merseyrail + Connections train can get you there in as little as 9 hours and 12 minutes.
| Distance | 240 mi (386 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 12m |
| Lowest price | $316.20 |
| Most frequent service | Merseyrail + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Birkenhead to Penryn?
Merseyrail + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Birkenhead to Penryn. However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merseyrail + Connections | 8 | 11h 45m | $316.20 |
Merseyrail + Connections train tickets from Birkenhead to Penryn start from $168, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Merseyrail + Connections schedules to Penryn. Merseyrail + Connections in Birkenhead leaves from Birkenhead Hamilton Square . And in Penryn trains arrive at Penryn (Cornwall) .
From Birkenhead to Penryn train travel on Merseyrail + Connections takes 11 hours and 45 minutes. If you are looking to get to Penryn faster, Merseyrail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 9 hours and 12 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Birkenhead and Penryn is approximately 240 miles, or 386 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 44 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 12 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Birkenhead to Penryn tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Birkenhead at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Penryn to Birkenhead.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Birkenhead?
Main departure station: Birkenhead Hamilton Square
There is one train station in Birkenhead.
All train stations in Birkenhead:
Birkenhead Hamilton Square
Where is the train station in Penryn?
Main arrival station: Penryn (Cornwall) Station
Penryn has one train station.
Train stations in Penryn:
Penryn (Cornwall) Station
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