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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Exeter St David's | Penzance | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Penzance | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Exeter St David's | Penzance | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Penzance | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Penzance | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Exeter to Penzance
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Penzance. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter to Penzance by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Penzance cost?
The average train ticket price from Exeter to Penzance is £35. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Exeter to Penzance is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Exeter to Penzance?
A train trip between Exeter and Penzance is around 3h 3m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 98 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Exeter and Penzance?
The number of trains from Exeter to Penzance can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Exeter to Penzance by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Exeter to Penzance?
When taking the train from Exeter to Penzance, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Exeter to Penzance was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Exeter to Penzance as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £11 to £106 for a train ticket from Exeter to Penzance based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-11-24.
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.
