The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ)
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
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 £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 18 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Penzance station (PNZ) 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 255 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 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 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.
G14966 · W3483618:154h45Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)23:00Penzance station (PNZ)£701One-way1 change
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G1498012:454h15Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)17:00Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
G01140+
G1517111:424h30Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)16:12Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
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Y415959:454h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:12Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
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W3479110:454h18Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:03Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
W2986813:453h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)17:42Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way0 changes
G664726:403h58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:38Penzance station (PNZ)£1351One-way0 changes
G149777:384h02Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:40Penzance station (PNZ)£1161One-way0 changes
G01150+
W3482317:124h08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)21:20Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
W29862+
G1498012:454h15Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)17:00Penzance 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 prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 255 km
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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 tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G66472 | 6:40 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h58 | 10:38 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14977 | 7:38 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h02 | 11:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01130+ G15166 | 8:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h29 | 12:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G01131+ W34782 | 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 | |
G01135+ W34791 | 10:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h18 | 15:03 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G01140+ G15171 | 11:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h30 | 16:12 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
W29862+ G14980 | 12:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h15 | 17:00 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
W29868 | 13:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h57 | 17:42 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
W29873+ W34814 | 14:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h40 | 19:25 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15189 · G15174 | 14:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h45 | 19:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G01148+ W34819 | 15:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h25 | 20:10 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G01150+ W34823 | 17:12 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h08 | 21:20 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G01153+ W34830 | 17:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h39 | 22:24 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G14966 · W34836 | 18:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h45 | 23:00 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G01154+ W34836 | 18:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h15 | 23:00 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
Y41684 | 18:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h43 | 23:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15192 · G15176 | 19:54 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h40 | 0:34 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ)
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Penzance station (PNZ) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 19:53 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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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