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Exeter Central to Penzance trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Exeter Central and Penzance takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is an hourly train service from Exeter Central to Penzance. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 4m
Duration
131 mi
Distance
£65
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Exeter Central to Penzance train times

Trains run hourly between Exeter Central and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 4:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Exeter Central is at 9:31 PM which arrives into Penzance at 12:33 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 3h 17m • Direct
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    train train 3h 28m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 3h 17m • Direct
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    train train 3h 28m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 3h 44m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 3h 16m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 3h 17m • Direct
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    train train 3h 28m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter Central to Penzance? 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.

Map of how to get from Exeter Central to Penzance.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 130.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Exeter Central, England and Penzance, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Penzance hourly. Tickets cost £50–100 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.

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