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Compare 2 ways to go from Plymouth to Penzance
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Penzance. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plymouth to Penzance by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Plymouth to Penzance?
The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Penzance start at $11. The average price for this train route is around $31. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Plymouth to Penzance?
The average train trip from Plymouth to Penzance takes 1h 54m and covers 103 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 43m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Plymouth to Penzance route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Plymouth to Penzance?
The earliest train from Plymouth to Penzance departs at 7:12am. The latest train departs at 10:40pm.
What is the best train operator from Plymouth to Penzance?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Plymouth to Penzance?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Plymouth to Penzance?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Plymouth to Penzance?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Penzance was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Plymouth to Penzance, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $74 for a train ticket from Plymouth to Penzance based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-28.
Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
