The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Truro
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance to Truro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Truro will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 3 trains that leave Penzance for Truro 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 38 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 38 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 Truro
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Truro 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 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 23 miles (38 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€13 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Penzance to Truro train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Truro 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:50 PM Penzance | 0h38 | 5:28 PM Truro | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 4:40 AM Penzance | 0h38 | 5:18 AM Truro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 AM Penzance | 0h38 | 8:28 AM Truro | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Penzance to Truro by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Truro
Distance 23 miles (38 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Penzance to Truro start from as low as $9 (€7) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $15 (€13) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Penzance to Truro trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Penzance and Truro 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 Penzance to Truro
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Truro 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 Truro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penzance to Truro
- 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 06:45 - 20:05 Saturday 06:40 - 19:05 Sunday 09:15 - 19:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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 taxis: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2 & 3
- Waiting rooms location: P3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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