Exeter to Penryn train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Penryn

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$17

Average price

$26

Fastest journey

2 h 45 m

Average duration

2 h 52 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

128 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Exeter to Penryn will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Exeter for Penryn on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.

Great Western Rail
03:37AM2h49
Exeter
06:26AMPenryn
$171One-way
0 transfers
CrossCountry
06:43AM2h45
Exeter
09:28AMPenryn
$171One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
08:26AM3h02
Exeter
11:28AMPenryn
$421One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Exeter to Penryn

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Penryn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €14.

Distance: 79 miles (128 km)

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€25

Average price

€10

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Cheapest

3h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 53m

Average total duration

3h 23m

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30m

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Live departures

Exeter to Penryn train times

The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Penryn trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:40 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western3:37 AM Exeter
2h49
6:26 AM Penryn0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Exeter to Penryn

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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 $8 (€7)
Distance
79 miles (128 km)
Average train duration
2h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
$17 (€14)
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
2h 45m
First train
04:37
Last train
21:37

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Exeter to Penryn start from as low as $17 (€14) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $31 (€25) depending on the train type and class.
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 $8 (€7)

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Exeter to Penryn trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Exeter and Penryn from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
$16 (€13)
Great Western Rail frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
$149 (€122)
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
$127 (€104)
first_great_western frequency
23 a day

FAQs: Trains from Exeter to Penryn

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter to Penryn 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 Penryn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
To fully experience Penryn, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient, allowing time to explore local attractions, enjoy the scenic harbor views, and visit nearby areas such as Falmouth.
Train ticket prices from Exeter to Penryn can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $17 (€14), while the average price is around $31 (€25).
The train journey from Exeter to Penryn offers scenic views of the Devon and Cornwall countryside, including rolling hills, rivers, and coastal landscapes along the way.
The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Penryn is by bus, with a cost of around $8 (€7).
A day trip from Exeter to Penryn is not feasible due to the travel time of 2h 45m. However, there are 11 train trips available per day for this 128 journey.
The distance by train from Exeter to Penryn is 79 miles (128 km).
The first train from Exeter to Penryn leaves at 4:37 AM.
The train from Exeter to Penryn takes 2h 45m and runs 11 per day.
The last train from Exeter to Penryn leaves at 9:37 PM.
Yes, you can take the train from Exeter to Penryn.
The train station in Exeter that goes to Penryn is Exeter St Davids (EXD), which connects to Penryn station (PYN).
There is no direct train service currently available from Exeter to Penryn.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Exeter to Penryn.
There is no high speed train available from Exeter to Penryn.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Exeter to Penryn

Exeter
Penryn
The major train station for departures in Exeter is Exeter Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exeter Central for your trip from Exeter to Penryn.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • 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: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:40 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:30 - 20:40 Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Weekdays (Mon-Fri) 08:45 - 19:40, Saturday 08:45 - 18:30 Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 5. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Exeter St Davids
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Exeter St Thomas
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Exeter St Davids: Cowick Street bus stop by shopping precint. To Newton Abbot: Cowick Street bus stop outside the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 Station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, however the Exeter bound platform cannot be accessed step free and the Exmouth bound platform can be accessed step free but only via a very steep ramp.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for St James' Park
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)

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