The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Penzance
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
11 h 43 m
Average duration
12 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brighton to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Penzance will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £75.
Of the 2 buses that leave Brighton 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 390 km distance in an average of 12 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 43 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 23 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Brighton to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 390 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price | £131 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 57m Average total duration 11h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to Penzance
Buses from Brighton to Penzance run on average 11 times per day, taking around 11h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 390 km distance in 11h 43m.
Distance 390 km |
Average bus duration 11h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 11h 43m |
First bus 04:45 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to PenzanceYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Penzance with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Brighton to Penzance coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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