Train from Plymouth to Penzance: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Plymouth to Penzance on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
PenzanceCheapest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Plymouth
PenzanceFastest
Great Western RailwayTrain
Plymouth
PenzanceNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Plymouth
PenzanceNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Plymouth
PenzanceNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Plymouth to Penzance

We recommend taking the bus

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 £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
3hAverage duration
64 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£8 - £16Average duration3h
3kg CO₂e
Average price£6 - £43Average duration1h 54m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plymouth to Penzance by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Plymouth to Penzance?

    The cheapest train tickets from Plymouth to Penzance start from £6. The average price for this train route is around £17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Plymouth to Penzance?

    The average train journey time from Plymouth to Penzance is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 64 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 43m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Plymouth to Penzance route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Plymouth to Penzance?

    The earliest train from Plymouth to Penzance departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 22:40.

  5. Which 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Plymouth to Penzance?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service 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.

  8. 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.

Best price found
27/11
£7
28/11
£12
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30/11
£7
01/12
£9
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£7
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04/12
£7
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Plymouth to Penzance was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £7

To 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 £7 to £40 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 £7, which is on 2025-12-02.

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