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Compare 3 ways to travel from Taunton to Penzance
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Penzance. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Taunton to Penzance by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Taunton to Penzance?
The cheapest train tickets from Taunton to Penzance start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £74. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Taunton to Penzance?
The average train journey time from Taunton to Penzance is 3h 27m, covering a distance of 124 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Taunton to Penzance route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Taunton to Penzance?
The earliest train from Taunton to Penzance departs at 07:11. And the latest train departs at 19:48.
Which is the best train operator from Taunton to Penzance?
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 Taunton to Penzance?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Taunton to Penzance?
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 Taunton to Penzance?
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 Taunton to Penzance was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Taunton to Penzance as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £22 to £230 for a train ticket from Taunton to Penzance based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually Great Western Railway 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.
