The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Bodmin
Cheapest price
€101
Average price
€101
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Bodmin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bodmin will cost around €101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €101.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Bodmin on Sun, Dec 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 28 the direct trains cover the 341 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 47 m .
On Sun, Dec 28 the slowest trains will take 4 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Bodmin
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Bodmin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €28.
Distance: 341 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€97 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €127 Average price |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Bodmin train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Bodmin trains for today, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L23076 | On time 8:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h48 | 11:51 AM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L23078 · L23262 | On time 9:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h53 | 12:56 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 1 transfer | |
L23079 | On time 10:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h51 | 1:54 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L23081 · L23265 | On time 11:03 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h56 | 2:59 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 1 transfer | |
L23082 | On time 12:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h49 | 3:52 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L23084 | On time 1:03 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3h54 | 4:57 PM Bodmin Parkway (BOD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Bodmin
Trains from London to Bodmin run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 341 km distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 341 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London to Bodmin trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London and Bodmin from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Bodmin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bodmin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bodmin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Paddington, which is located around 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bodmin Parkway, located 3.7 miles (5.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Bodmin
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 10:35 - 19:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access available to Penzance bound platform, however access to the Plymouth bound platform is only via a footbridge. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station. Passenger Assist - Refer to station message.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops in Station car park
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