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Compare 2 ways to go from Penzance to Plymouth
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Penzance to Plymouth by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Penzance to Plymouth?
The cheapest train tickets from Penzance to Plymouth start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Penzance to Plymouth?
The average train ride duration from Penzance to Plymouth is 1h 56m, covering a distance of 64 miles (103 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 44m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Penzance to Plymouth route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Penzance to Plymouth?
The earliest train departs from Penzance to Plymouth at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:43pm.
What is the best train operator from Penzance to Plymouth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Penzance to Plymouth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Penzance to Plymouth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Penzance to Plymouth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Penzance to Plymouth was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Penzance to Plymouth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $52 for a train ticket from Penzance to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-12.
