Cardiff to Penzance train

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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Penzance

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Cheapest

$131

Average

$138

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

08:28AM5h32

Cardiff

02:00PMPenzance

$1311One-way

0 transfers

07:45AM5h55

Cardiff

01:40PMPenzance

$1321One-way

0 transfers

09:45AM5h53

Cardiff

03:38PMPenzance

$1331One-way

0 transfers

09:18AM6h42

Cardiff

04:00PMPenzance

$1331One-way

0 transfers

06:59AM5h41

Cardiff

12:40PMPenzance

$1621One-way

0 transfers

Cardiff to Penzance train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	08:28AM Cardiff	5h32	02:00PM Penzance	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	07:45AM Cardiff	5h55	01:40PM Penzance	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	06:59AM Cardiff	5h41	12:40PM Penzance	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	09:45AM Cardiff	5h53	03:38PM Penzance	0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayGreat Western Railway	04:54AM Cardiff	5h46	10:40AM Penzance	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Cardiff to Penzance

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Fastest Journey

5 h 32 m

Average

5 h 55 m

Trains per day

Distance

224 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Cardiff for Penzance every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

08:28AM5h32

Cardiff

02:00PMPenzance

$1311One-way

0 transfers

06:59AM5h41

Cardiff

12:40PMPenzance

$1621One-way

0 transfers

04:54AM5h46

Cardiff

10:40AMPenzance

$1631One-way

0 transfers

09:45AM5h53

Cardiff

03:38PMPenzance

$1331One-way

0 transfers

07:45AM5h55

Cardiff

01:40PMPenzance

$1321One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to Penzance

Trains from Cardiff to Penzance run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $104 (€95) but you can travel from only $28 (€25) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $28 (€25)

Distance

139 miles (224 km)

Average train duration

5h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

$104 (€95)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 35m

First train

05:03

Last train

22:30

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $28 (€25)

Train companies: Great Western Rail and first_great_western from Cardiff to Penzance trains

Buy your official Great Western Rail and first_great_western train tickets from Cardiff to Penzance from $87 (€79) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Great Western Rail from Cardiff to Penzance train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 32 min
Cheapest Price: $87

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Penzance

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to Penzance easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Penzance.

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Penzance can start from as little as $104 (€95) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff to Penzance is $137 (€125); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cardiff to Penzance train time is 5 h 35 min covering the 139 mile (224 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff to Penzance leaves at 3: 40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff to Penzance leaves at 10: 30 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Cardiff to Penzance without having to change trains with first_great_western. There are 2 direct trains from Cardiff to Penzance each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Cardiff to Penzance train with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route from Cardiff to Penzance as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 30 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Cardiff Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Penzance, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Cardiff to Penzance is August.

You have options as you can travel to Penzance from Cardiff 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Cardiff to Penzance

Cardiff

Penzance

The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Penzance.

Cardiff Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1EP, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
Sun: 07:30 - 21:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store

Parking

Car Park: Brewery Car park

Dining

Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
Pret a Manger
Tesco Express

Taxis

Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance

Accessibility

There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.

Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
Travelodge Cardiff Central

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.

Ticket Office

Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
Sun: 07:30 - 21:30

Public transit options for Cardiff Central

Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)