The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Taunton
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance to Taunton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Taunton will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 1 trains that leave Penzance for Taunton on Fri, Nov 07, 1 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 199 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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 Penzance to Taunton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Taunton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€55 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Penzance to Taunton train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Taunton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:45 PM Penzance | 3h54 | 12:39 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 8:10 AM Penzance | 3h31 | 11:41 AM Taunton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Taunton
Trains from Penzance to Taunton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:08, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 02:08 |
Last train 21:45 |
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Penzance to Taunton trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Penzance and Taunton from $15 (€12). 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 Penzance to Taunton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Taunton 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 Taunton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penzance to Taunton
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between the following times: Mon - Sat 09:00 - 19:00 and Sun 10:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 all platforms via subway and the lifts
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Please request staff assistance. No public phones are accessible.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- 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 2 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
- Baby changing facilities location: within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Adjacent to the taxi rank by the archway exit from Platform 2
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