4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penryn to Exeter
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penryn to Exeter is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penryn to Exeter will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 trains that leave Penryn for Exeter on Fri, Nov 07, 2 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 59 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 13 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Penryn to Exeter
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penryn to Exeter 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 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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€20 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Penryn to Exeter train times
The table below shows live departures for Penryn to Exeter trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:28 AM Penryn | 2h45 | 10:13 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:28 AM Penryn | 3h13 | 11:41 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 6:26 AM Penryn | 3h13 | 9:39 AM Exeter | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penryn to Exeter
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Trains from Penryn to Exeter run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 20:30 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Penryn to Exeter trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Penryn and Exeter from $9 (€7). 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 Penryn to Exeter
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penryn to Exeter 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 Exeter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penryn to Exeter
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- 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 from the car park
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines 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: Front of the station
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:50 - 18:15 Saturday 07:50 - 18:15 Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop at the front of the station on Queens Street
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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 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
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 and adjacent entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Bottom of stairs leading to platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stops on the Old Tiverton Road (Nearest to St James Road)
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