Bristol to Penzance train

Q: How long does the train from Bristol to Penzance take?

The train time between Bristol and Penzance is on average 3 h 46 min for the 157 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Bristol to Penzance by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

Q: What time does the first train from Bristol to Penzance leave?

The first train from Bristol to Penzance leaves at 02: 14 . Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

Q: What time does the last train from Bristol to Penzance leave?

The last train from Bristol to Penzance leaves at 23: 48 .

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Penzance

Showing times and prices for 17 May

Cheapest price

£61

Average price

£70

Fastest journey

4 h 23 m

Average duration

4 h 28 m

Trains per day

Distance

255 km

Cheap tickets

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 £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Bristol for Penzance every day 1 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 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 45 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.

K28008+

G68940

09:454h25

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

14:10Penzance station (PNZ)

£611One-way

1 change

G68946 · G70295

09:554h45

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

14:40Penzance station (PNZ)

£711One-way

1 change

G68945

08:554h45

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

13:40Penzance station (PNZ)

£711One-way

0 changes

K28009+

G68689

08:454h23

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

13:08Penzance station (PNZ)

£731One-way

1 change

K28009+

G68689

08:454h23

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

13:08Penzance station (PNZ)

£731One-way

1 change

Travel Information

Compare train 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 £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Most popular Train	Coach
£73 Average Price	£27 Average Price Cheapest
5h 3m average duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 7m average duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bristol to Penzance train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 17 May

Last updated at 14:54

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
K28009+G68689	On time 07:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	4h23	12:08 Penzance station (PNZ)	1 change
K28009+G68689	On time 07:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	4h23	12:08 Penzance station (PNZ)	1 change
K28009+G68689	On time 07:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	4h23	12:08 Penzance station (PNZ)	1 change
G68945	On time 07:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	4h45	12:40 Penzance station (PNZ)	0 changesdirect
K28008+G68940	On time 08:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	4h25	13:10 Penzance station (PNZ)	1 change
G68946 · G70295	On time 08:55 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	4h45	13:40 Penzance station (PNZ)	1 change
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Overview: Train from Bristol to Penzance

United Kingdom

Trains from Bristol to Penzance run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £17

Distance

254 km

Average train duration

4h 33m

Cheapest ticket price

£21

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 46m

First train

05:22

Last train

18:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £17

Train companies: Great Western Rail and CrossCountry trains Bristol to Penzance

Buy your official Great Western Rail and CrossCountry train tickets from Bristol to Penzance from £25 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Bristol to Penzance train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 2 min
Cheapest Price: £25

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Bristol to Penzance. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

CrossCountry from Bristol to Penzance train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 48 min
Cheapest Price: £30
CrossCountry frequency: 7 a day

FAQs: Bristol to Penzance train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol to Penzance easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Penzance.

Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Penzance can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Penzance is £68; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Bristol and Penzance is on average 3 h 46 min for the 157 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Bristol to Penzance by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bristol to Penzance leaves at 02: 14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bristol to Penzance leaves at 23: 48.

Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Bristol to Penzance with first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Bristol to Penzance train with Great Western Rail, CrossCountry or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Bristol and Penzance as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 48.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bristol Temple Meads, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Penzance, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Penzance from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 46 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bristol to Penzance is October.

You have options as you can travel from Bristol to Penzance 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Penzance

Bristol

Penzance

The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Penzance.

Bristol Temple Meads Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Station Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 06:45 - 21:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Shopping

Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

The Pasty Shop
Starbucks
Upper Crust
Pumpkin Café
Hart's Bakery

Taxis

Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available

Accessibility

Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.

Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 06:45 - 21:30

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Located near the main entrance.

Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads

Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House