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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $19. The average price for this train route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Penzance to Bristol?
The average train ride duration from Penzance to Bristol is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 59m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Penzance to Bristol route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Penzance to Bristol?
The earliest train departs from Penzance to Bristol at 11:15am. And the latest train departs at 9:45pm.
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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Penzance to Bristol?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Penzance to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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 Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $35To 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 $35 to $330 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 $36 which is on 2026-01-30.
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.
