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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£47
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£70
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 13 m
Trains on 18 Sept
18
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 18 trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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.
G01133+
Y415959:454h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:12Penzance station (PNZ)£471One-way1 change- G15183 · W34770 · Y4157123:487h19Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:07Penzance station (PNZ)£641One-way2 changes
- G14966 · W3483718:154h45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)23:00Penzance station (PNZ)£641One-way1 change
- G01131+W347828:454h22Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:07Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
- W29862+G1498212:454h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)17:10Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
- W2986813:453h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)17:42Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way0 changes
- G01150+W3482417:124h08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)21:20Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
- G01154+W3483718:454h15Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)23:00Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
- G01131+W347828:454h22Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)13:07Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
- G01135+W3479010:454h23Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:08Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 255 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ):
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) costing on average £46.
Other travel options to Penzance station (PNZ) take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 2m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 4h 8m versus 3h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01135+W34791 | On time 10:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h23 | 15:08 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G01140+G15171 | On time 11:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h30 | 16:12 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G14982+W29862 | Delayed 12:48 12:45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h25 | 17:10 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| W29868 | On time 13:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h57 | 17:42 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34814+W29873 | Delayed 14:45 14:45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h40 | 19:25 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G15189 · G15174 | On time 14:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h45 | 19:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| W34819+G01148 | Delayed 15:48 15:45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h25 | 20:10 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| W34823+W29884 | Delayed 16:49 16:44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h36 | 21:20 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| W34823+G01150 | Delayed 16:49 17:12Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h08 | 21:20 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| W34830+G01153 | Delayed 17:48 17:45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h39 | 22:24 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G14966 · W34836 | On time 18:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h45 | 23:00 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| W34836+G01154 | Delayed 18:48 18:45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h15 | 23:00 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| Y41684 | On time 18:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h43 | 23:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15192 · G15176 | On time 19:54 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h40 | 0:34 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| GW000100 · W34774 | On time 23:50 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 8h05 | 7:55 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G15166+G01130 | 8:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h29 | 12:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| W34782+G01131 | 8:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h22 | 13:07 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G01133+Y41595 | 9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h27 | 14:12 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Penzance station (PNZ) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) 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 station (PNZ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Penzance station (PNZ)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Penzance station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Penzance station (PNZ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Penzance from Penzance city centre
Penzance train station facilities and services
Penzance has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penzance.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Penzance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penzance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penzance: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Penzance: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penzance: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea.
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