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Penzance to Exeter train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Penzance to Exeter, starting from NZD 12.36 and averaging NZD 14.02. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 47m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Wed, Jul 30
    From NZD 13.48
  • Thu, Jul 31
    From NZD 13.48
  • Fri, Aug 1
    From NZD 13.48
  • Sat, Aug 2
    From NZD 13.48
  • Sun, Aug 3
    From NZD 12.36
  • Mon, Aug 4
    From NZD 13.48
  • Tue, Aug 5
    From NZD 13.48
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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05:03
Penzance
07:50
Exeter St Davids
2h 47m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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05:40
Penzance
08:52
Exeter St Davids
3h 12m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:05
Penzance
09:14
Exeter St Davids
3h 9m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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06:28
Penzance
09:24
Exeter St Davids
2h 56m, No directGreat Western RailwayCrossCountry
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06:28
Penzance
10:06
Exeter St Thomas
3h 38m, No directGreat Western Railway
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07:10
Penzance
10:13
Paris
3h 3m, DirectGreat Western Railway
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Penzance to Exeter train route details

First train
First train
05:03
Last train
Last train
21:45
Departure station
Departure station
Penzance
Arrival station
Arrival station
Exeter
Journey time
Journey time
2h 47m
Distance
Distance
158 km
Price
Price
NZD 12.36*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Penzance to Exeter

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Penzance to Exeter can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Penzance to Exeter for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Penzance to Exeter, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Penzance to Exeter ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Penzance to Exeter more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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