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Compare 3 ways to go from Penzance to Bristol
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Penzance to Bristol by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Penzance to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Penzance to Bristol start at $42. The average price for this train route is around $134. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Penzance to Bristol?
The average train trip from Penzance to Bristol takes 4h 6m and covers 255 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 47m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Penzance to Bristol route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Penzance to Bristol?
The earliest train from Penzance to Bristol departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 9:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Penzance to Bristol?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Penzance to Bristol?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Penzance to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Penzance to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Penzance to Bristol was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Penzance to Bristol, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $49 to $465 for a train ticket from Penzance to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-12-10.
Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
