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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Penzance
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Penzance will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea for Penzance every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 201 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 40 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.
8:236h40Swansea15:03Penzance£871One-way0 changes
- 8:236h40Swansea15:03Penzance£871One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea 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 6h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £87.
Distance: 201 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£112 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 15m Average total duration Fastest 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Penzance trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:22 Swansea | 6h48 | 16:10 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Penzance
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Penzance run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 18:15. The fastest train covers the 201 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 201 km |
Average train duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 18:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Swansea to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Penzance from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
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FAQs: Swansea to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea and Penzance
Most Swansea to Penzance trains use the Swansea to Penzance station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Penzance train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Penzance leave from?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, 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: No.
Which Penzance station do trains from Swansea 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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