The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY) 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 Plymouth station (PLY) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Penzance station (PNZ) for Plymouth station (PLY) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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 Plymouth station (PLY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY) 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 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 103 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY) 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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![]() | 07:50 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1h59 | 09:49 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:15 Penzance station (PNZ) | 2h03 | 16:18 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 7 November | |||||
![]() | 04:03 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1h46 | 05:49 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:05 Penzance station (PNZ) | 2h01 | 07:06 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:15 Penzance station (PNZ) | 1h56 | 09:11 Plymouth station (PLY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY)
Trains from Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 04:03 |
Last train 20:00 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY) trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Penzance station (PNZ) and Plymouth station (PLY) 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: Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance station (PNZ) to Plymouth station (PLY) 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 Plymouth station (PLY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Penzance station (PNZ) and Plymouth station (PLY)
- 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 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 all platforms via lifts and the station subway. 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: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- 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 Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
