The cheapest and fastest trains from Paignton to Penzance
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paignton to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paignton to Penzance will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
To travel from Paignton to Penzance you need to make at least one change.
0:027h53Paignton7:55Penzance£1011One-way1 change
5:573h22Paignton9:19Penzance£1011One-way1 change
6:343h38Paignton10:12Penzance£1011One-way1 change
8:452h55Paignton11:40Penzance£1011One-way1 change
9:163h24Paignton12:40Penzance£1011One-way1 change
10:142h53Paignton13:07Penzance£1111One-way1 change
8:452h55Paignton11:40Penzance£1011One-way1 change
7:392h59Paignton10:38Penzance£1281One-way1 change
10:243h16Paignton13:40Penzance£1011One-way1 change
11:203h18Paignton14:38Penzance£1011One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Paignton to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paignton 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 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 144 km
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£26 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Paignton to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Paignton to Penzance trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:14 Paignton | 2h53 | 13:07 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:24 Paignton | 3h16 | 13:40 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:20 Paignton | 3h18 | 14:38 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:55 Paignton | 3h08 | 15:03 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:55 Paignton | 3h17 | 16:12 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:55 Paignton | 3h15 | 17:10 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:38 Paignton | 3h04 | 17:42 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:22 Paignton | 3h19 | 18:41 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:16 Paignton | 3h09 | 19:25 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:40 Paignton | 3h30 | 20:10 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:20 Paignton | 3h00 | 21:20 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:15 Paignton | 3h09 | 22:24 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:10 Paignton | 2h50 | 23:00 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:31 Paignton | 3h09 | 23:40 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:09 Paignton | 3h26 | 0:35 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 0:02 Paignton | 7h53 | 7:55 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:57 Paignton | 3h22 | 9:19 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:34 Paignton | 3h38 | 10:12 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:39 Paignton | 2h59 | 10:38 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:45 Paignton | 2h55 | 11:40 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:16 Paignton | 3h24 | 12:40 Penzance | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paignton to Penzance
Trains from Paignton to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 144 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 20:15 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Paignton to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Paignton 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: Paignton to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton 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 Paignton and Penzance
Most Paignton to Penzance trains use the Paignton to Penzance station pair. Use this guide to compare Paignton and Penzance train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Paignton station do trains to Penzance leave from?
Getting to Paignton from Paignton city centre
Paignton train station facilities and services
Paignton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Paignton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paignton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paignton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paignton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paignton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms, access between platforms via level crossing to the north of the station. 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 public telephones: The public phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi companies for details of accessible taxis or member of staff, 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.
Which Penzance station do trains from Paignton 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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