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Bristol to Penzance Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bristol to Penzance, starting from $16.22 and averaging $27.84. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 57m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:22
Bristol Temple Meads
10:12
Penzance
4h 50m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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06:40
Bristol Temple Meads
10:38
Penzance
3h 58m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:38
Bristol Temple Meads
11:40
Penzance
4h 2m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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07:52
Bristol Temple Meads
13:07
Penzance
5h 15m, Changes requiredGreat Western Railway
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08:11
Bristol Temple Meads
12:40
Penzance
4h 29m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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08:45
Bristol Temple Meads
13:07
Paris
4h 22m, Changes requiredCrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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Bristol to Penzance Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:22
Last train
Last train
23:48
Departure station
Departure station
Bristol
Arrival station
Arrival station
Penzance
Journey time
Journey time
3h 57m
Distance
Distance
163 miles
Price
Price
$16.22*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bristol to Penzance

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bristol to Penzance can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Bristol to Penzance for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bristol to Penzance, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bristol to Penzance ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Bristol to Penzance more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.