Newquay to Penzance train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newquay to Penzance

Showing times and prices for Mar 05

Cheapest price

€18

Average price

€18

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 41 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

46 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newquay to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Newquay to Penzance will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Newquay for Penzance on Thu, Mar 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Mar 05 the direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.

Great Western Rail
07:20PM2h30
Newquay
09:50PMPenzance
181One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
09:20AM2h51
Newquay
12:11PMPenzance
181One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Newquay to Penzance

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Newquay to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €17.

Distance: 46 km

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Bus

€18

Average price

€6

Average price

Cheapest

2h 22m

Average total duration

1h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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National Express

Most popular bus company

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Live departures

Newquay to Penzance train times

The table below shows live departures for Newquay to Penzance trains for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:34 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western9:24 AM Newquay
2h48
12:12 PM Penzance0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Newquay to Penzance trains with Omio?

Great Western Rail as well as first_great_western offer trains services from Newquay to Penzance.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Newquay to Penzance.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Newquay to Penzance.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Newquay to Penzance.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Newquay to Penzance.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Newquay to Penzance

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Trains from Newquay to Penzance run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 2h 11m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Distance
46 km
Average train duration
1h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 11m
First train
05:20
Last train
21:26
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Newquay to Penzance trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Newquay and Penzance from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
€17
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
€76
first_great_western frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Newquay to Penzance

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newquay to Penzance 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 Penzance, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Newquay to Penzance can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Newquay to Penzance is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Newquay to Penzance is 2h 11m to travel the 46 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Newquay to Penzance leaves at 5:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Newquay to Penzance leaves at 9:26 PM.
There are 3 trains a day from Newquay to Penzance which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Newquay to Penzance, you can count on Great Western Rail, first_great_western for the best way to get you to Penzance. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Newquay and Penzance and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Penzance from Newquay is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 11m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Newquay to Penzance is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Newquay and Penzance including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Newquay to Penzance

Newquay
Penzance
The major train station for departures in Newquay is Newquay. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newquay for your trip from Newquay to Penzance.
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Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed The ticket office is will not be open in 2022.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Waiting area under canopy
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Newquay
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop in the car park at the front of the station

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