What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter Central to Penzance?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter Central to Penzance is to bus which costs £7 - £28 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter Central to Penzance?

The fastest way to get from Exeter Central to Penzance is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter Central and Penzance?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Albert Pier Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter Central and Penzance?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Penzance. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Exeter Central to Penzance?

The distance between Exeter Central and Penzance is 131 miles. The road distance is 109.2 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter Central to Penzance without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter Central to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £20 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Exeter Central to Penzance?

The train from Exeter St Davids to Penzance takes 3h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Exeter Central to Penzance bus from?

Exeter Central to Penzance bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter Central to Penzance train from?

Exeter Central to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter Central to Penzance?

The best way to get from Exeter Central to Penzance is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £20 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £28 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Exeter Central to Penzance bus arrive?

Exeter Central to Penzance bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Albert Pier Road station.

What is the time difference between Exeter Central and Penzance?

Penzance is 1h behind Exeter Central. It is currently 10:42 PM in Exeter Central and 9:42 PM in Penzance.

Where does the Exeter Central to Penzance train arrive?

Exeter Central to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Penzance station.

Can I drive from Exeter Central to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter Central to Penzance is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Exeter Central to Penzance.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter Central to Penzance?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter Central to Penzance?

Book your Exeter Central to Penzance bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Penzance?

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Exeter Central to Penzance - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter Central to Penzance by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to PenzanceExeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
3h 26m
£20–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Albert Pier RoadUkn49 / ...
3h 58m
£7–28
Drive 108.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter Central to Penzance108.6 mi
1h 54m
£27–39
Bus via Interchange
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Interchange406 / ...
4h 35m
£10–28

Exeter Central to Penzance by foot and train

152Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.7 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Penzance hourly. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bampfylde Street to Albert Pier Road hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 3h 45m. National Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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