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Exeter to Penzance Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Exeter and Penzance. The average train journey from Exeter to Penzance takes 3 hours and 18 minutes, but some CrossCountry train trips are as short as 2 hours and 54 minutes.
| Distance | 98 mi (157 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 54m |
| Lowest price | €10.92 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Exeter to Penzance
- CrossCountry tickets: €11 one-way
- CrossCountry + Connections tickets: €24 one-way
- Great Western Railway tickets: €17 one-way
Which train should you take from Exeter to Penzance?
There are 3 train lines with service from Exeter to Penzance. CrossCountry + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 5 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 1 | 2h 54m | €10.92 |
| CrossCountry + Connections | 5 | 3h 26m | €29.37 |
| Great Western Railway | 2 | 3h 11m | €20.78 |
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Exeter to Penzance usually takes about 2 hours and 54 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 1 trips on this route every day, and 0 daily trips on weekends.
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Exeter to Penzance start from €24, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Penzance. CrossCountry + Connections in Exeter leaves from Exeter St David's . And in Penzance trains arrive at Train Station .
From Exeter to Penzance train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 3 hours and 26 minutes. If you are looking to get to Penzance faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 54 minutes.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Exeter to Penzance
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Exeter to Penzance. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Exeter at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 8 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to Penzance. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Penzance to Exeter.
City Information
Exeter
Located on the River Exe in the southwest of England, Exeter is one of England's most historically-varied towns. It's easy to forget what year it is while walking down the cobbled streets surrounded by Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and Georgian facades interspersed with modern glass buildings and contemporary bars.
One of the greatest examples of this town's historical architecture is Exeter Cathedral. The 12th-century building took around 300 years to complete, but every moment was worth it for the exterior’s extremely detailed stonework. The Royal Albert Memorial Museum is another unmissable building, housing a wide range of attractions from antiquities to zoology.
Take a walk along Exeter's historic quayside for some of the most spectacular scenery in the city, as well as some of Exeter's best bars and restaurants. If you're looking for something to entertain the children, Crealy Great Adventure Park is the place to be. The park contains over 60 rides and an Animal Barn showcasing farm and exotic animals.
Exeter can be easily reached from London via the Great Western Railway, with trains leaving roughly every hour from the city. Trains arrive at Exeter St. David's station, only a short walk away from the city center. In addition, National Express and Megabus provide bus services to the town from various locations across the country.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Exeter?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Exeter St David's
St David's Train Station is the principal railway station that serves Exeter. Great Western Railway and CrossCountry operate several routes through this station, the most popular being the line to London Paddington. The station is a 15-minute walk from the city center, but frequent local bus services also connect to the rest of Exeter. Inside the station, you'll find a bookshop and cafe along with amenities like restrooms and notice boards with train information. Several local shops, a Premier Inn Hotel, and a rental car agency all await right outside of the station.
All train stations in Exeter:
Exeter St David's
Where is the train station in Penzance?
Main arrival station: Penzance Train Station
Penzance has one train station.
All train stations in Penzance:
Penzance Train Station
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