The average train between Bristol and Penryn takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Penryn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Penryn. The earliest departure is at 6:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Penryn at 6:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Plymouth and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 13m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bristol to Penryn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Penryn. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Penryn station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Bristol to Penryn train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Penryn train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Truro station.
Book your Bristol to Penryn train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Bristol and Penryn is 226.9 km. The road distance is 302 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Penryn via Plymouth and Truro in around 4h 19m.