The cheapest and fastest trains from Falmouth to Penzance
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Falmouth to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Falmouth to Penzance will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
It's difficult to get from Falmouth to Penzance without transferring at least once.
P33522 · P2266010:18 AM1h22Falmouth Town (FMT)11:40 AMPenzance station (PNZ)$151One-way1 transfer
P33526 · P2296710:48 AM1h24Falmouth Town (FMT)12:12 PMPenzance station (PNZ)$171One-way1 transfer
P33507 · P312888:18 AM1h18Falmouth Town (FMT)9:36 AMPenzance station (PNZ)$171One-way1 transfer
P33514+
C748969:18 AM1h20Falmouth Town (FMT)10:38 AMPenzance station (PNZ)$181One-way1 transfer
P33518 · P229659:48 AM1h24Falmouth Town (FMT)11:12 AMPenzance station (PNZ)$181One-way1 transfer
P33507 · P312888:18 AM1h18Falmouth Town (FMT)9:36 AMPenzance station (PNZ)$171One-way1 transfer
P33514+
C748969:18 AM1h20Falmouth Town (FMT)10:38 AMPenzance station (PNZ)$181One-way1 transfer
P33522 · P2266010:18 AM1h22Falmouth Town (FMT)11:40 AMPenzance station (PNZ)$151One-way1 transfer
P33518 · P229659:48 AM1h24Falmouth Town (FMT)11:12 AMPenzance station (PNZ)$181One-way1 transfer
P33510 · P229638:48 AM1h24Falmouth Town (FMT)10:12 AMPenzance station (PNZ)$181One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Falmouth to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Falmouth to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 20 miles (33 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m 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 Falmouth to Penzance:
A train is $0.76 (€0.61) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Falmouth to Penzance costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Penzance take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 4m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.00 (€-1.60). The journey takes 1h 4m versus 53m 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
Falmouth to Penzance train times
The table below shows live departures for Falmouth to Penzance trains for today, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P33526 · P22967 | On time 10:48 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1h24 | 12:12 PM Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, May 12 | |||||
P33507 · P31288 | 8:18 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1h18 | 9:36 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 transfer | |
P33510 · P22963 | 8:48 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1h24 | 10:12 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 transfer | |
P33514+ C74896 | 9:18 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1h20 | 10:38 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 transfer | |
P33518 · P22965 | 9:48 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1h24 | 11:12 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 transfer | |
P33522 · P22660 | 10:18 AM Falmouth Town (FMT) | 1h22 | 11:40 AM Penzance station (PNZ) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Falmouth to Penzance
Trains from Falmouth to Penzance run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 20 miles (33 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 20 miles (33 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Falmouth to Penzance trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Falmouth and Penzance from $8 (€6). 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 Falmouth to Penzance
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Falmouth 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 Falmouth to Penzance
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” This station has step free access to the platform although access to the platform is via a long steep ramp. Due to narrow platforms, wheelchair users cannot alight or board the train from this station. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road at the side of the station by the bridge where the bus stop is
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the 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 car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station. This station has step free access to the platform. This is via a ramp from the car park. 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Penmere Hill. Taxis can get to the Station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
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