The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
4
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 trains that leave Penzance station (PNZ) for Exeter St Davids (EXD) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 156 km
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£25 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P08216 | On time 10:20 Penzance station (PNZ) | 2h53 | 13:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
P08943 | On time 10:50 Penzance station (PNZ) | 3h04 | 13:54 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23678+ V43811 | On time 11:15 Penzance station (PNZ) | 2h58 | 14:13 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 1 change | |
| Friday 7 November | |||||
![]() | 04:03 Penzance station (PNZ) | 2h47 | 06:50 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:50 Penzance station (PNZ) | 3h04 | 10:54 Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD)
Trains from Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 04:03 |
Last train 20:45 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Penzance station (PNZ) and Exeter St Davids (EXD) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance station (PNZ) to Exeter St Davids (EXD) 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 St Davids (EXD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Penzance station (PNZ) and Exeter St Davids (EXD)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. 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: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station


