The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Bristol
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€103
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Bristol will cost around €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
Of the 6 trains that leave Penzance for Bristol on Mon, Aug 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.
G0108211:15 AM4h09Penzance station (PNZ)3:24 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€801One-way0 transfers
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G0108010:20 AM4h04Penzance station (PNZ)2:24 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€801One-way1 transfer
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G010759:10 AM4h15Penzance station (PNZ)1:25 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€801One-way1 transfer
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G0108312:15 PM4h10Penzance station (PNZ)4:25 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€801One-way1 transfer
W34566 · G154988:15 AM5h00Penzance station (PNZ)1:15 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€1491One-way1 transfer
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G0108010:20 AM4h04Penzance station (PNZ)2:24 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€801One-way1 transfer
G0108211:15 AM4h09Penzance station (PNZ)3:24 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€801One-way0 transfers
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G010738:15 AM4h09Penzance station (PNZ)12:24 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€1501One-way1 transfer
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G0108312:15 PM4h10Penzance station (PNZ)4:25 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€801One-way1 transfer
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G010759:10 AM4h15Penzance station (PNZ)1:25 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)€801One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Penzance to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 255 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€58 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Penzance to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Bristol trains for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G66550+ C33339 | Delayed 5:27 PM 3:45 PMPenzance station (PNZ) | 4h43 | 8:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 17 | |||||
W34566+ G01073 | 8:15 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h09 | 12:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W34566 · G15498 | 8:15 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 5h00 | 1:15 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W34572+ G01075 | 9:10 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h15 | 1:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
W34577+ G01080 | 10:20 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h04 | 2:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
G01082 | 11:15 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h09 | 3:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34583+ G01083 | 12:15 PM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h10 | 4:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Bristol
Trains from Penzance to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 3:54 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Penzance to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Penzance and Bristol from €16. 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 Penzance to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penzance to Bristol
Most Penzance to Bristol trains use the Penzance to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Penzance and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Penzance station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Penzance from Penzance city centre
Penzance train station facilities and services
Penzance has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penzance.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Penzance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penzance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penzance: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Penzance: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penzance: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: 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 taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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