How much does a train ticket from Penzance to Taunton cost?

The average train ticket price from Penzance to Taunton is $97. The best way to find train tickets from Penzance to Taunton 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 Penzance to Taunton?

A train trip between Penzance and Taunton is around 3h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 124 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Penzance and Taunton?

The number of trains from Penzance to Taunton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Penzance to Taunton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Penzance to Taunton?

When taking the train from Penzance to Taunton, you can travel comfortably and safely with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.

Train Penzance to Taunton from $33

Next train departures

Next departures for Penzance to Taunton on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:00pm	Penzance	4h 39m	1:39am	Taunton	Cheapest
Train	4:10pm	Penzance	4h 11m	8:21pm	Taunton	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Penzance	4h 31m	12:41pm	Taunton	No tags
Train	8:10am	Penzance	4h 31m	12:41pm	Taunton	No tags
Train	9:15am	Penzance	4h 26m	1:41pm	Taunton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:14 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Penzance to Taunton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Taunton. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

6h 5mAverage Duration

125 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $36	Average Duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $310	Average Duration3h 28m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$29 - $29	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Penzance to Taunton by train

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Which train companies travel from Penzance to Taunton?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Penzance to Taunton was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $33

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Penzance to Taunton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $33 to $297 for a train ticket from Penzance to Taunton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-06.