Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Penzance | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penzance | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penzance | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penzance | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penzance | Birmingham New Street | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Penzance to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £49
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Penzance to Birmingham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Penzance to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Penzance to Birmingham start from £49. The average price for this train route is around £111. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Penzance to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Penzance to Birmingham is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 226 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 12m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Penzance to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Penzance to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Penzance to Birmingham departs at 11:15. And the latest train departs at 18:13.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Penzance to Birmingham was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £68To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Penzance to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £68 to £231 for a train ticket from Penzance to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £68, which is on 2025-12-07.
