- Must visit
National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Large maritime museum in nearby Falmouth with boats, sea rescue displays, and a lookout tower. A regional highlight for all ages.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Truro to Penryn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Truro to Penryn will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 3 trains that leave Truro for Penryn on Fri, Aug 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest trains will take 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Truro to Penryn 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 train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 6 miles (11 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20m 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 Truro to Penryn:
A train is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Truro to Penryn costing on average $17 (€13).
Other travel options to Penryn take longer:
Bus takes on average 22m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (13m by train vs 20m 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 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.
The table below shows live departures for Truro to Penryn trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:50 PM Truro | 0h13 | 5:03 PM Penryn | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Truro | 0h13 | 6:03 PM Penryn | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Truro to Penryn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (11 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 6 miles (11 km) |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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Discover the best of Penryn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Penryn trip today.
Large maritime museum in nearby Falmouth with boats, sea rescue displays, and a lookout tower. A regional highlight for all ages.
Independent museum exploring Penryn’s maritime, civic, and social history through local artifacts and changing exhibitions.
Contemporary art gallery in Falmouth known for Cornish artists and changing exhibitions in a compact central setting.
Penryn’s historic main street, lined with old granite buildings, independent shops, and a strong sense of the town’s character.
Attractive old thoroughfare descending toward the water, notable for heritage buildings, town views, and links to the port.
Scenic village street just outside Penryn, popular for creekside walks, old cottages, and postcard-worthy Cornish charm.
A rich saffron yeast bun long linked to Cornwall. Its golden color and lightly sweet taste make it a classic local bakery treat.
Cornwall's best-known pastry: beef, potato, swede and onion baked in a crimped crust. It is protected and deeply tied to local mining history.
A split bread roll filled with beef skirt, potato, swede and onion. It is a hearty Cornish snack associated with local baking traditions.
Popular Penryn cafe known for brunch, coffee and homemade cakes. Casual, friendly atmosphere with a strong local following.
Established restaurant at Flushing near Penryn, praised for Cornish seafood and polished cooking in a smart but relaxed setting.
Well-known waterside pub in Penryn serving seafood, pub classics and local ales in a relaxed historic setting by the harbour.
Moderate for Cornwall: stays cost more in peak season, but dining and local transport are fairly typical for UK tourist towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Penryn Station -> Falmouth Town, Penryn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Truro to Penryn 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 Penryn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Truro to Penryn trains use the Truro to Penryn station pair. Use this guide to compare Truro and Penryn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Truro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Truro.
Wi-Fi is available at Truro.
Ticket office support is available at Truro.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Truro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Truro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Truro: 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.
Penryn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Penryn.
Wi-Fi is available at Penryn.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Penryn: Parking.
Available at Penryn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penryn: 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.
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