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The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Bristol
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
255 km
Cheap tickets
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 €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Penzance for Bristol on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 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 Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.
C2367811:15AM4h09
Penzance station (PNZ)03:24PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€351One-way
0 transfers
P08216+C2367510:20AM4h04
Penzance station (PNZ)02:24PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€781One-way
1 transfer
P09656+C2319001:15PM4h11
Penzance station (PNZ)05:26PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€781One-way
1 transfer
P08215+C2367109:10AM4h17
Penzance station (PNZ)01:27PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€781One-way
1 transfer
P08221+C2368012:15PM4h10
Penzance station (PNZ)04:25PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€781One-way
1 transfer
P08216+C2367510:20AM4h04
Penzance station (PNZ)02:24PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€781One-way
1 transfer
C2367811:15AM4h09
Penzance station (PNZ)03:24PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€351One-way
0 transfers
P08221+C2368012:15PM4h10
Penzance station (PNZ)04:25PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€781One-way
1 transfer
P08213+C2366808:15AM4h10
Penzance station (PNZ)12:25PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€1461One-way
1 transfer
P09656+C2319001:15PM4h11
Penzance station (PNZ)05:26PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
€781One-way
1 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 €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. 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 €15, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 255 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€68 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Penzance to Bristol train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:22 PM
Last updated at 10:22 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P08213+C23668 | On time 8:15 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h10 | 12:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| P08215+C23671 | On time 9:10 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h17 | 1:27 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| P08216+C23675 | On time 10:20 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h04 | 2:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| C23678 | On time 11:15 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h09 | 3:24 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P08221+C23680 | On time 12:15 PM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h10 | 4:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
| P09656+C23190 | On time 1:15 PM Penzance station (PNZ) | 4h11 | 5:26 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Bristol
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Penzance to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
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 €15
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 23:49 |
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 €15
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Penzance to Bristol trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Penzance and Bristol from €15. 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
4h 4m
Cheapest Price
€21
Great Western Rail frequency
4 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
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 54m
Cheapest Price
€36
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
€227
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 1m
Cheapest Price
€182
first_great_western frequency
23 a day
FAQs: Trains from Penzance to Bristol
FAQs: Travel by train from Penzance to Bristol easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Penzance to Bristol.
Cheap train tickets from Penzance to Bristol can start from as little as €30 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Penzance to Bristol is €69; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Penzance and Bristol is on average 3 h 45 min for the 254 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Penzance and Bristol by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Penzance to Bristol leaves at 02: 14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Penzance to Bristol leaves at 23: 48.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Penzance to Bristol without having to change trains with first_great_western. There are 3 direct trains from Penzance to Bristol each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from Penzance to Bristol you can take a train with Great Western Rail, CrossCountry or first_great_western. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Penzance and Bristol on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 48.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Penzance, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bristol Temple Meads, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
A trip to Bristol from Penzance is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Penzance to Bristol is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Bristol from Penzance including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penzance to Bristol
Penzance
Bristol
The major train station for departures in Penzance is Penzance. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penzance for your trip from Penzance to Bristol.
Penzance
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Parking
- Car Park: Winter Prices
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Penzance
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
The major train station for arrivals in Bristol is Bedminster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bedminster for your journey to Bristol from Penzance.
Bedminster
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms. Please note that access to the platforms is via steep ramps. 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station entrance.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Bedminster
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Bristol - bus stop outside ASDA East Street. Towards Weston super Mare, bus stop on Dalby Avenue by Artworks
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Clifton Down
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Clifton Down
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
Montpelier
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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 taxis: No
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Montpelier
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
Redland
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Redland
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: South Road bus stop opposite station towards Bristol. Bus stop on Redland Grove towards Severn Beach
Bristol, Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
11 kmWifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
- Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £1
Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
- Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
Public transit options for Bristol, Airport
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
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