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

The average train ticket price from Penzance to Bristol is $96. The best way to find train tickets from Penzance to Bristol 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 Bristol?

A train trip between Penzance and Bristol is around 4h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 159 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Penzance and Bristol?

The number of trains from Penzance to Bristol can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Penzance to Bristol by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Penzance to Bristol?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Bristol?

Once in Bristol, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Bristol Hippodrome, Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Bristol Aquarium, Old City.

Train Penzance to Bristol from $29

Next train departures

Next departures for Penzance to Bristol on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:50pm	Penzance	4h 6m	9:56pm	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	6:13pm	Penzance	4h 3m	10:16pm	Bristol Temple Meads	Fastest
Train	11:15am	Penzance	4h 9m	3:24pm	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	3:52pm	Penzance	4h 11m	8:03pm	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	11:15am	Penzance	4h 9m	3:24pm	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:57 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Penzance to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

159 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $58	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$30 - $345	Average Duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $26	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg 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 Bristol by train

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How many daily trains are there between Penzance and Bristol?
Which train companies travel from Penzance to Bristol?
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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

11/14

$90

11/15

$36

Today

$36

11/17

$29

11/18

$35

11/19

$36

11/20

$29

11/21

$36

The cheapest trip from Penzance to Bristol was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $322 for a train ticket from Penzance to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually CrossCountry 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.