The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ)
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter Central (EXC) 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 Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ) will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
Of the 5 trains that leave Exeter Central (EXC) for Penzance station (PNZ) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 157 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£104 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ) trains for today, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:43 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2h55 | 10:38 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:09 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h03 | 11:12 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 7 March | |||||
![]() | 04:10 Exeter Central (EXC) | 2h57 | 07:07 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
![]() | 04:10 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h44 | 07:54 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:28 Exeter Central (EXC) | 3h07 | 09:35 Penzance station (PNZ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ) by train or coach
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Why should you book Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ).
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ)
Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 23:34 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ) trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Exeter Central (EXC) and Penzance station (PNZ) from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter Central (EXC) to Penzance station (PNZ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter Central (EXC) 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 Exeter Central (EXC) and Penzance station (PNZ)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
- 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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