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Trip Overview

The average train between Penzance and Exeter Central takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Penzance to Exeter Central. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 2m
Duration
131 mi
Distance
£65
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Penzance to Exeter Central train times

Trains run hourly between Penzance and Exeter Central. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Exeter Central at 1:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 8m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 12m • Direct
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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 2h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 12m • Direct
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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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    train train 3h 3m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 2h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 12m • Direct
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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 2h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 12m • Direct
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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 2h 47m • Direct
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    train train 3h 12m • Direct
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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 3h 1m • Direct
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    train train 3h 16m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penzance to Exeter Central? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Penzance to Exeter Central.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 130.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Exeter Central, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.

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