The average train between Penryn and Bristol takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Penryn to Bristol. 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 Penryn and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penryn is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Bristol at 9:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Truro and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Penryn to Bristol? 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 Penryn to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Penryn station and arriving at Bristol station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Penryn to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.
Penryn to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Penryn to Bristol train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Penryn and Bristol is 226.9 km. The road distance is 302 km.
You can take a train from Penryn to Bristol Temple Meads via Truro and Plymouth in around 4h 30m.