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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Penzance
Cheapest price
£145
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
7 h 32 m
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Penzance will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £145.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bournemouth for Penzance every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 268 km distance in an average of 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 43 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 Bournemouth to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £112.
Distance: 268 km
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6h 43m Average total duration Fastest 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Penzance trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:40 Bournemouth | 7h32 | 15:12 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Penzance
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Trains from Bournemouth to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £112 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 268 km distance in 7h 32m.
Distance 268 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £112 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 32m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 22:10 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Penzance trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Penzance from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Penzance
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car 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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