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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Penzance
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Penzance will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 14 trains that leave Bristol for Penzance every day 3 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.
G664726:403h58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:38Penzance station (PNZ)£221One-way0 changes
G149777:384h02Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:40Penzance station (PNZ)£271One-way0 changes- G01133+Y415959:454h27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:12Penzance station (PNZ)£631One-way1 change
- G01140+G1517111:424h30Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)16:12Penzance station (PNZ)£721One-way1 change
- G01135+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)£221One-way0 changes
- G149777:384h02Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:40Penzance station (PNZ)£271One-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 train and coach for Bristol to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 12m. 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 £14, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 255 km
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£48 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Penzance trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G01130+G15166 | On time 8:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h29 | 12:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G01131+W34782 | On time 8:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h22 | 13:07 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G01133+Y41595 | On time 9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h27 | 14:12 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G01135+W34791 | On time 10:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h18 | 15:03 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| G01140+G15171 | On time 11:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h30 | 16:12 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
| W29862+G14980 | On time 12:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h15 | 17:00 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Penzance
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Trains from Bristol to Penzance run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 23:48 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Penzance trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Penzance from £14. 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 to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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 Bristol and Penzance
Most Bristol to Penzance trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Penzance station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Penzance 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 Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Penzance station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
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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