The cheapest and fastest trains from Newquay to Penzance
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
11
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newquay to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newquay to Penzance will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Newquay to Penzance you need to make at least one change.
G15394 · G1516610:282h12Newquay station (NQY)12:40Penzance station (PNZ)£161One-way1 change
G15403 · Y4159512:171h55Newquay station (NQY)14:12Penzance station (PNZ)£161One-way1 change
G15390 · G149779:202h20Newquay station (NQY)11:40Penzance station (PNZ)£161One-way1 change
G15398 · G1516911:302h10Newquay station (NQY)13:40Penzance station (PNZ)£161One-way1 change
G14925 · W3478211:081h59Newquay station (NQY)13:07Penzance station (PNZ)£161One-way1 change
G15419 · G1517216:181h54Newquay station (NQY)18:12Penzance station (PNZ)£161One-way1 change
G15403 · Y4159512:171h55Newquay station (NQY)14:12Penzance station (PNZ)£161One-way1 change
G14925 · W3478211:081h59Newquay station (NQY)13:07Penzance station (PNZ)£161One-way1 change
G15415+
W2986815:362h06Newquay station (NQY)17:42Penzance station (PNZ)£161One-way1 change
G14930 · G1498014:522h08Newquay station (NQY)17:00Penzance station (PNZ)£161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Newquay to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newquay to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 46 km
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£16 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newquay to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Newquay 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15386 · G15160 | On time 7:19 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h00 | 9:19 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15388+ G66472 | 8:22 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h16 | 10:38 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15390 · G14977 | 9:20 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h20 | 11:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15394 · G15166 | 10:28 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h12 | 12:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G14925 · W34782 | 11:08 Newquay station (NQY) | 1h59 | 13:07 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15398 · G15169 | 11:30 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h10 | 13:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15403 · Y41595 | 12:17 Newquay station (NQY) | 1h55 | 14:12 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15407 · Y41600 | 13:25 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h15 | 15:40 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15411 · Y41604 | 14:27 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h12 | 16:39 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G14930 · G14980 | 14:52 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h08 | 17:00 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15415+ W29868 | 15:36 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h06 | 17:42 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15419 · G15172 | 16:18 Newquay station (NQY) | 1h54 | 18:12 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15424 · W34814 | 17:27 Newquay station (NQY) | 1h58 | 19:25 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15427 · Y41620 | 18:22 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h16 | 20:38 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15429 · W34823 | 19:20 Newquay station (NQY) | 2h00 | 21:20 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
G15431 · W34830 | 20:28 Newquay station (NQY) | 1h56 | 22:24 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newquay to Penzance
Trains from Newquay to Penzance run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 21:26 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Newquay to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Newquay and Penzance from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newquay to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newquay 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 Newquay and Penzance
Most Newquay to Penzance trains use the Newquay to Penzance station pair. Use this guide to compare Newquay and Penzance train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Newquay station do trains to Penzance leave from?
Getting to Newquay from Newquay city centre
Newquay train station facilities and services
Newquay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Newquay.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Newquay.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newquay.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newquay: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Newquay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newquay: 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Penzance station do trains from Newquay 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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