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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Penzance
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Penzance will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bath for Penzance every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bath to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 264 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£64 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bath to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Penzance trains for tomorrow, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:20 Bath | 4h45 | 13:05 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:21 Bath | 4h44 | 13:05 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:36 Bath | 4h29 | 13:05 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:50 Bath | 5h15 | 18:05 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Penzance
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 18:23. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 01:55 |
Last train 18:23 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from Bath to Penzance trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Penzance from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bath to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Penzance by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penzance, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Penzance
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on A36 Lower Bristol Road
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
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