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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Penzance
Cheapest price
$183
Average price
$232
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
224 km
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.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Penzance will cost around $232 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $183.
Of the 11 trains that leave Cardiff for Penzance on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 12 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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5:58 PM5h42Cardiff11:40 PMPenzance$1831One-way0 transfers- 8:00 AM6h38Cardiff2:38 PMPenzance$2111One-way1 transfer
- 9:00 AM6h03Cardiff3:03 PMPenzance$2111One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 AM6h12Cardiff4:12 PMPenzance$2111One-way1 transfer
- 11:00 AM5h59Cardiff4:59 PMPenzance$2111One-way1 transfer
- 6:28 AM5h12Cardiff11:40 AMPenzance$2481One-way1 transfer
- 12:30 PM5h12Cardiff5:42 PMPenzance$3211One-way1 transfer
- 7:00 PM5h35Cardiff12:35 AMPenzance$2111One-way1 transfer
- 5:58 PM5h42Cardiff11:40 PMPenzance$1831One-way0 transfers
- 11:00 AM5h59Cardiff4:59 PMPenzance$2111One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Cardiff to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $90.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$134 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Penzance:
A bus is $104 (€85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Penzance costing on average $134 (€110).
Other travel options to Penzance take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 53m.
Tickets start at around $134 (€110) compared to roughly $77 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-56.48 (€-46.23). The journey takes 5h 24m versus 3h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Cardiff to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Penzance trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 10:57 AM Cardiff | 6h08 | 5:05 PM Penzance | 1 transfer | |
| 1:00 PM Cardiff | 5h33 | 6:33 PM Penzance | 1 transfer | |
| 2:00 PM Cardiff | 5h35 | 7:35 PM Penzance | 1 transfer | |
| 3:25 PM Cardiff | 5h20 | 8:45 PM Penzance | 1 transfer | |
| 11:11 PM Cardiff | 11h27 | 10:38 AM Penzance | 1 transfer |
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Penzance.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Penzance
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Trains from Cardiff to Penzance run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€74) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€74) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 5:03 AM |
Last train 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Penzance from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Penzance
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Penzance by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penzance, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Penzance
Most Cardiff to Penzance trains use the Cardiff Central to Penzance station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Penzance train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Llanishen from Cardiff city centre
Llanishen is 5 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Llanishen train station facilities and services
Llanishen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Llanishen.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Llanishen: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Llanishen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Llanishen: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Rhymney) via the car park. There are two routes onto the platform, one with a steep gradient and one with a moderate gradient. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Cardiff) via a ramp with a steep gradient. Access between the platforms is via a roadbridge with a walkway but no pavement, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Penzance station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Penzance from Penzance city centre
Penzance train station facilities and services
Penzance has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penzance.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Penzance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penzance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penzance: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Penzance: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penzance: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea.
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