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

The average train ticket price from Plymouth to Penzance is $21. The best way to find train tickets from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Penzance?

A train trip between Plymouth and Penzance is around 1h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 64 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Plymouth and Penzance?

The number of trains from Plymouth to Penzance can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Plymouth to Penzance by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Plymouth to Penzance?

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

Train Plymouth to Penzance from $7

Next train departures

Next departures for Plymouth to Penzance on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:22pm	Plymouth	2h 3m	7:25pm	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	8:47am	Plymouth	1h 51m	10:38am	Penzance	Fastest
Train	8:09am	Plymouth	2h 3m	10:12am	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:47am	Plymouth	1h 51m	10:38am	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:09am	Plymouth	2h 3m	10:12am	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Penzance on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:47am	Plymouth	1h 51m	10:38am	Penzance	CheapestFastest
Train	7:12am	Plymouth	2h 7m	9:19am	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:47am	Plymouth	1h 51m	10:38am	Penzance	No tags
Train	7:42am	Plymouth	1h 54m	9:36am	Penzance	No tags
Train	3:50pm	Plymouth	1h 52m	5:42pm	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Penzance on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:09am	Plymouth	2h 3m	10:12am	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	8:47am	Plymouth	1h 51m	10:38am	Penzance	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Plymouth	2h 7m	9:19am	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:47am	Plymouth	1h 51m	10:38am	Penzance	No tags
Train	7:42am	Plymouth	1h 54m	9:36am	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Penzance on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:14am	Plymouth	1h 51m	11:05am	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	9:30am	Plymouth	1h 47m	11:17am	Penzance	Fastest
Train	8:45am	Plymouth	2h 2m	10:47am	Penzance	No tags
Train	9:14am	Plymouth	1h 51m	11:05am	Penzance	No tags
Train	9:30am	Plymouth	1h 47m	11:17am	Penzance	No tags

Next departures for Plymouth to Penzance on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:16pm	Plymouth	2h 39m	5:55pm	Penzance	Cheapest
Train	7:25pm	Plymouth	2h 25m	9:50pm	Penzance	Fastest
Train	7:42am	Plymouth	2h 29m	10:11am	Penzance	No tags
Train	7:42am	Plymouth	2h 29m	10:11am	Penzance	No tags
Train	8:09am	Plymouth	2h 41m	10:50am	Penzance	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:26 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Plymouth to Penzance

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Penzance. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

3hAverage Duration

64 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $20	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $55	Average Duration1h 54m	CO₂ emissions 2kg 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 Plymouth to Penzance by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/24

$20

11/25

$8

Today

$8

11/27

$7

11/28

$8

11/29

No data

11/30

$9

12/01

$12

The cheapest trip from Plymouth to Penzance was searched and found on Nov 27, 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 $51 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 2025-11-27.

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.