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Compare train and coach for Penzance to Dawlish
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Dawlish among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 156 km
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£107 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Penzance to Dawlish trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Penzance to Dawlish.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Penzance to Dawlish.
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 Penzance to Dawlish.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Penzance to Dawlish.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Penzance to Dawlish.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Dawlish
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Trains from Penzance to Dawlish run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 17:50. The fastest train covers the 156 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 £21
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 17:50 |
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 £21
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Penzance to Dawlish trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Penzance and Dawlish from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 45m
Cheapest Price
£12
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£132
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
£100
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
15 a day
FAQs: Penzance to Dawlish train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Dawlish 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 Dawlish, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Penzance to Dawlish can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £100, while the average price tends to be around £107.
The train journey from Penzance to Dawlish covers a distance of 156 km and takes approximately 2h 44m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Penzance to Dawlish is 156 km.
The first train from Penzance to Dawlish leaves at 5:21.
The last train from Penzance to Dawlish departs at 17:50.
Trains from Penzance to Dawlish run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Penzance to Dawlish.
Yes, there is a direct train between Penzance and Dawlish. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Penzance to Dawlish, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Penzance to Dawlish.
The train station in Penzance that goes to Dawlish is Penzance station (PNZ), and it arrives at Dawlish station (DWL).
The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Dawlish is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Penzance to Dawlish in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Penzance to Dawlish is considered scenic, featuring stunning views of the Cornish coast, picturesque countryside, and the impressive Dawlish seafront where the tracks run close to the water.
A day trip from Penzance to Dawlish is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 44m. There are 4 trains per day. The distance is 156 km.
A stay of two to three days in Dawlish is ideal, allowing time to explore the beach, enjoy scenic walks, and visit nearby attractions like Dawlish Warren Nature Reserve.
Yes, you can take the train from Penzance to Dawlish.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and Dawlish
Penzance
Dawlish
The major train station for departures in Penzance is Penzance. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penzance for your trip from Penzance to Dawlish.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Penzance
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
The major train station for arrivals in Dawlish is Dawlish. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dawlish for your journey to Dawlish from Penzance.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:05 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free category B3 station. Step free access available only to Exeter bound platform, there is no step free access to Plymouth bound platform.
- 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
- Wheelchairs available open hours: During normal staffed hours.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- 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: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Adjacent to ramp onto Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Dawlish
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Richmond Place next to the station car park
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