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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Penzance
Showing times and prices for 22 Nov
Cheapest price
£203
Average price
£203
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
308 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Penzance will cost around £203 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £203.
Fast trains
To travel from Swindon to Penzance you need to make at least one change.
11:225h20
Swindon16:42Penzance
£2031One-way
1 change
21:2914h17
Swindon11:46Penzance
£2031One-way
1 change
11:225h20
Swindon16:42Penzance
£2031One-way
1 change
21:2914h17
Swindon11:46Penzance
£2031One-way
1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Penzance
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to Penzance run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £204 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 18:15. The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 4h 41m.
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
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £204 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 18:15 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Swindon to Penzance trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Swindon and Penzance from £204. 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
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£76
Great Western Rail frequency
4 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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 41m
Cheapest Price
£202
first_great_western frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Swindon to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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.
Yes, the train journey from Swindon to Penzance is considered scenic, offering views of the English countryside, the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, and the beautiful Cornish coastline as you approach Penzance.
The train distance from Swindon to Penzance is 308 km.
The train journey from Swindon to Penzance covers a distance of 308 km and takes approximately 4h 41m. Trains run 6 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Swindon and Penzance. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by first_great_western.
The first train from Swindon to Penzance leaves at 5:03.
The last train from Swindon to Penzance departs at 18:15.
Trains from Swindon to Penzance run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Swindon to Penzance.
To fully explore Penzance and its attractions like St. Michael's Mount, the Minack Theatre, and the Penlee House Gallery, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
A day trip from Swindon to Penzance is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 41m, and trains run 6 times per day. The distance is 308 km.
Booking trains from Swindon to Penzance in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon to Penzance can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £204, while the average price tends to be around £206.
The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Penzance is by train, costing approximately £204.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Penzance is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Penzance station (PNZ).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to Penzance.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Penzance.
To travel from Swindon to Penzance, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Penzance
Swindon
Penzance
The major train station for departures in Swindon is Swindon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon for your trip from Swindon to Penzance.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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 all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swindon
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
The major train station for arrivals in Penzance is Penzance. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penzance for your journey to Penzance from Swindon.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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
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