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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Penzance
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 6 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Penzance will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bristol for Penzance every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 7 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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 and coach for Bristol to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 255 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Penzance bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Penzance coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX101 · NX504 | 10:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 8h20 | 18:40 Penzance, Station Road | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h00 | 17:10 Penzance, Station Road | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX104 | 12:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h10 | 20:05 Penzance, Station Road | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX104 · NX504 | 12:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h00 | 19:55 Penzance, Station Road | 1 change | |
| NX106 · NX406 | 23:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h35 | 07:05 Penzance, Station Road | 1 change | |
| NX106 | 23:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h40 | 07:10 Penzance, Station Road | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
| 02:15 Bristol | 5h40 | 07:55 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Penzance
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Buses from Bristol to Penzance run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 255 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 255 km |
Average bus duration 6h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Bristol to PenzanceYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Penzance with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Penzance coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around 0.5 miles (798 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Penzance, Station Road, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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