Penzance to Hayle train with Great Western Railway

Tue, May 26
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Hayle

Showing times and prices for May 26

Cheapest price

$16

Average price

$19

Fastest journey

9 m

Average duration

11 m

Trains per day

23

Distance

11 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Penzance to Hayle will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.

Fast trains

Of the 23 trains that leave Penzance for Hayle on Tue, May 26, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .

On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 11 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 Railway (GWR)
    5:20 AM0h09
    Penzance
    5:29 AMHayle
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5:40 AM0h11
    Penzance
    5:51 AMHayle
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    6:28 AM0h11
    Penzance
    6:39 AMHayle
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    7:45 AM0h11
    Penzance
    7:56 AMHayle
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    8:50 AM0h11
    Penzance
    9:01 AMHayle
    $161One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Penzance to Hayle

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Hayle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $8.

Distance: 6 miles (11 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$8

Average price

$4

Average price

Cheapest

$3

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

42m

Average total duration

Fastest

12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

58m

Average total duration

28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

19m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Penzance to Hayle is a bus with an average price of $4 (€3).

This is compared to other travel options from Penzance to Hayle:

A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penzance to Hayle costing on average $8 (€6).

The fastest way to travel from Penzance to Hayle is by train with an average journey time of 12m.

Other travel options to Hayle take longer:

Bus takes on average 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Penzance and Hayle including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Penzance to Hayle among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 7m sooner (12m by train vs 19m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€6) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Penzance to Hayle train times

The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Hayle trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)5:20 AM Penzance
0h09
5:29 AM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)5:40 AM Penzance
0h11
5:51 AM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:28 AM Penzance
0h11
6:39 AM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)7:45 AM Penzance
0h11
7:56 AM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:50 AM Penzance
0h11
9:01 AM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:10 AM Penzance
0h12
9:22 AM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:50 AM Penzance
0h11
10:01 AM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)10:20 AM Penzance
0h38
10:58 AM Hayle1 transfer
Great Western Railway (GWR)10:50 AM Penzance
0h11
11:01 AM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Cross Country11:15 AM Penzance
0h11
11:26 AM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)11:50 AM Penzance
0h11
12:01 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)12:50 PM Penzance
0h11
1:01 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)1:15 PM Penzance
0h11
1:26 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)1:50 PM Penzance
0h11
2:01 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)2:50 PM Penzance
0h11
3:01 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)3:15 PM Penzance
0h11
3:26 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)3:52 PM Penzance
0h11
4:03 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)4:15 PM Penzance
0h40
4:55 PM Hayle1 transfer
Great Western Railway (GWR)4:50 PM Penzance
0h11
5:01 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)5:15 PM Penzance
0h11
5:26 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)5:50 PM Penzance
0h11
6:01 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Cross Country6:13 PM Penzance
0h11
6:24 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:50 PM Penzance
0h11
7:01 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)7:15 PM Penzance
0h11
7:26 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:15 PM Penzance
0h11
8:26 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:00 PM Penzance
0h11
9:11 PM Hayle0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:45 PM Penzance
1h41
11:26 PM Hayle1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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  • 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, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Penzance to Hayle.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Penzance to Hayle.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Penzance to Hayle.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Penzance to Hayle

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Trains from Penzance to Hayle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 11m.

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 $4 (€3)
Distance
6 miles (11 km)
Average train duration
12m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€6)
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
11m
First train
12:18 AM
Last train
11:27 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
3 days
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 $4 (€3)

Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Penzance to Hayle trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Penzance and Hayle from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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
11m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€6)
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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€6)
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€24)
Cross Country frequency
2 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9m
Cheapest Price
$16 (€13)
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
23 a day

FAQs: Trains from Penzance to Hayle

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

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Penzance to Hayle can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $8 (€6), while the average price is around $8 (€6).
The train from Penzance to Hayle takes 11m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Penzance to Hayle leaves at 12:18 AM.
The distance by train from Penzance to Hayle is 6 miles (11 km).
The last train from Penzance to Hayle leaves at 11:27 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Penzance to Hayle.
Yes, there is a direct train from Penzance to Hayle. This service operates 5 times per day, provided by Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Penzance to Hayle.
The train station in Penzance that goes to Hayle is Penzance station (PNZ), which connects to Hayle station (HYL).
The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Hayle is by bus, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
Yes, the train journey from Penzance to Hayle is scenic, featuring views of the Cornish coastline, sweeping beaches, and picturesque countryside.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Penzance to Hayle. The journey takes 11m and covers a distance of 6 miles (11 km). There are 4 trips per day by train.
For a fulfilling visit to Hayle, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its beautiful beaches, enjoy local dining, and experience the scenic trails and attractions nearby.
Yes, you can take the train from Penzance to Hayle.
Since neither Penzance nor Hayle are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Hayle include Camborne, Redruth, Truro, St Ives, Plymouth.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Penzance to Hayle among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Hayle, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially around busy areas and beaches. It's advisable to keep belongings secure and avoid leaving valuables unattended. There are no widespread reports of specific scams targeting visitors, but standard vigilance against overcharging or unofficial services is recommended. Always use licensed transportation and official ticket sellers to ensure safe and reliable travel.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Penzance to Hayle

Penzance
Hayle
The major train station for departures in Penzance is Penzance. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penzance for your trip from Penzance to Hayle.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Winter Prices
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Hotel
Hotel
  • Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Penzance
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station

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