Birmingham to Penzance bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Penzance

Showing times and prices for 14 Mar

Cheapest price

£33

Average price

£34

Fastest journey

11 h 15 m

Average duration

12 h 43 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

365 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to Penzance will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Birmingham for Penzance every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 365 km distance in an average of 12 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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.

FlixBus
21:4011h15
Birmingham
08:55Penzance
£331One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
03:0014h10
Birmingham
17:10Penzance
£351One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Birmingham to Penzance

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £495.

Distance: 365 km

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Flight

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£90

Average Price

£495

Average Price

10h 22m

Average total duration

9h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 53m

Average total duration

5h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 55m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Birmingham to Penzance bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Penzance coaches for today, Friday 13 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express21:30 Birmingham
9h40
07:10 Penzance0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus21:40 Birmingham
11h15
08:55 Penzance0 changesdirect
Saturday 14 March
meinfernbus_flixbus03:00 Birmingham
14h10
17:10 Penzance0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Penzance by train, coach or flight

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Why should you book Birmingham to Penzance coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Birmingham to Penzance.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham to Penzance.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to Penzance.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Penzance

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Buses from Birmingham to Penzance run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 22:18. The fastest coach covers the 365 km distance in 9h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
365 km
Average bus duration
9h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
9h 25m
First bus
03:00
Last bus
22:18
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to PenzanceYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Penzance with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 25m
Cheapest Price
£23
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Birmingham to Penzance coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Penzance by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penzance, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Penzance can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Penzance is £33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to Penzance is 9h 25m to travel the 365 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to Penzance leaves at 3:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Penzance leaves at 22:18.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Birmingham to Penzance with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Penzance, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Penzance. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Penzance and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Penzance from Birmingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Penzance is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Birmingham and Penzance including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Penzance:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Penzance for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Penzance depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Penzance.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Penzance:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Penzance:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Penzance.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Penzance with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Penzance with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Penzance with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Penzance

Birmingham
Penzance
The major coach station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham, Coach Station for your trip from Birmingham to Penzance.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Mill Lane
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham, Coach Station
  • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway
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