Going from Penzance to Cheltenham by train

About to set off from Penzance to Cheltenham by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Penzance and Cheltenham

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$165.71, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train times for travel between Penzance and Cheltenham

If you are taking the train from Penzance to Cheltenham, you will have 6 trains each day (with a departure every 25 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:28. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 18:13. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:30, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 15:37.

Average train travel time from Penzance to Cheltenham

The quickest time by train is 4 hours and 32 minutes, travelling a total distance of 311 kilometres.

Booking Penzance to Cheltenham trains in advance

Booking your Penzance to Cheltenham tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

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More information on train travel from Penzance to Cheltenham

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Cheltenham city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Penzance to Cheltenham?

The total distance between Penzance and Cheltenham is 311 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Penzance to Cheltenham cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is AU$165.71. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Penzance to Cheltenham train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

How long does it take to get from Penzance to Cheltenham?

The fastest jouney takes 4 hours and 32 minutes.