The cheapest and fastest trains from Torquay to Penzance
Cheapest price
£102
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Torquay to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Torquay to Penzance will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £102.
To travel from Torquay to Penzance you need to make at least one change.
21:093h26Torquay0:35Penzance£1021One-way1 change
21:093h26Torquay0:35Penzance£1021One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Torquay to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Torquay to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 149 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Torquay to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Torquay to Penzance trains for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:50 Torquay | 2h50 | 11:40 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Torquay to Penzance by coach or train
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Why should you book Torquay to Penzance trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Torquay to Penzance.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Torquay to Penzance.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Torquay to Penzance.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Torquay to Penzance
Trains from Torquay to Penzance run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 5:03 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, first_great_western from Torquay to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Torquay and Penzance from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Cross Country
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FAQs: Torquay to Penzance train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torquay 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 Torquay and Penzance
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, located adjacent to the station.
- On the Rocks
- The Elephant Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- The Grand Hotel
- The Imperial Torquay
- Hampton by Hilton Torquay
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via lifts and ramps.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
- 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
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