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Falmouth to Penzance train

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Falmouth - Penzance Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 24 daily trains from Falmouth to Penzance. Traveling by train from Falmouth to Penzance usually takes around one hour and 17 minutes, but the fastest Great Western Railway + Connections train can make the trip in one hour and 4 minutes.

Distance21 mi (34 km)
Fastest train1h 4m
Lowest price£9.02
Most frequent serviceGreat Western Railway
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Falmouth to Penzance?

2 train services operate from Falmouth to Penzance. Great Western Railway usually has more trains scheduled, with 18 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Great Western Railway181h 19m£9.02
Great Western Railway + Connections61h 13m£9.02
  • Great Western Railway is a train company in the United Kingdom responsible for rail services in the west of England and south Wales, including many intercity services to and from London. Whether you book a seat on a standard or first-class carriage, you can expect plenty of legroom, complimentary WiFi, power outlets/USB charging points, and onboard restrooms. There are also café cars or snacks trolleys onboard.

  • Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Falmouth to Penzance start from £9, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Penzance. Great Western Railway + Connections in Falmouth leaves from Falmouth Town and 2 other stations. And in Penzance trains arrive at Train Station .

    From Falmouth to Penzance train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 1 hours and 13 minutes. If you are looking to get to Penzance faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 4 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Great Western Railway + Connections offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Penzance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Falmouth and Penzance is approximately 21 miles, or 34 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 4 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains from Falmouth to Penzance are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Falmouth at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 24 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Penzance to Falmouth.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Falmouth?

Main departure station: Falmouth Town

Falmouth has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Penzance.

All train stations in Falmouth:

  • Falmouth Town

  • Penmere

  • Falmouth Docks

Where is the train station in Penzance?

Main arrival station: Penzance Train Station

Penzance has one train station.

Train stations in Penzance:

  • Penzance Train Station

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