Penryn to Exeter train with Great Western Railway

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Compare train and coach for Penryn to Exeter

The cheapest option from Penryn to Exeter is coach, with an average price of £10. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Penryn to Exeter among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 128 km

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£24

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£10

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Cheapest option

3h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 35m

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3h 56m

Average total duration

3h 26m

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Compare prices and tickets Penryn to Exeter by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Penryn to Exeter.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Penryn to Exeter.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Penryn to Exeter.
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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 Penryn to Exeter.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Penryn to Exeter

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Typically, there are 18 trains per day from Penryn to Exeter, including direct trains, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 44m.

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 £7
Distance
128 km
Average train duration
2h 35m
Lowest ticket price
£19
Trains per day
18
Fastest train
2h 44m
First train
4:10
Last train
21:37
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
35 days
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 £7

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Penryn to Exeter trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Penryn and Exeter from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
£19
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£88
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Penryn to Exeter train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penryn to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Penryn to Exeter is 128 km.
The first train from Penryn to Exeter leaves at 4:10.
The last train from Penryn to Exeter departs at 21:37.
Trains from Penryn to Exeter run approximately 18 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Penryn to Exeter.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Penryn to Exeter.
To get from Penryn to Exeter, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Penryn to Exeter.
The train station in Penryn that goes to Exeter is Penryn station (PYN), and it arrives at Exeter St Davids (EXD).
Booking trains from Penryn to Exeter in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Penryn to Exeter offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of Cornwall and Devon, featuring rolling hills, coastal vistas, and charming countryside.
Two to three days in Exeter is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the stunning quayside, and visit nearby attractions like Dartmoor National Park.
Yes, you can take the train from Penryn to Exeter.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Penryn and Exeter

Most Penryn to Exeter trains use the Penryn to Exeter St Davids station pair, with some services arriving at Exeter Central. Use this guide to compare Penryn and Exeter train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Penryn
Arrival train stations in Exeter

Which Penryn station do trains to Exeter leave from?

Trains from Penryn to Exeter leave from Penryn. The station is 1 km from Penryn city centre at Penryn station, Station Road, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 8HF.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Penryn from Penryn city centre

Bus32, 32A, 32B, 3, 33 · 1m · £2 · every ~12 min

Penryn train station facilities and services

Penryn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Penryn.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Penryn.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Penryn: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Penryn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Penryn: 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 from the car park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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