The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Penzance
Cheapest price
£111
Average price
£111
Fastest journey
12 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
457 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Penzance will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £111.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cambridge for Penzance every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 457 km distance in an average of 12 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 50 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.
18:1512h50Cambridge7:05Penzance£1111One-way0 changes
18:1512h50Cambridge7:05Penzance£1111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cambridge to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £84. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £84, and a coach costs an average of £98.
Distance: 457 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£104 Average Price | £100 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 23m Average total duration 12h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Cambridge to Penzance by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Penzance
Buses from Cambridge to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £98 but you can travel from only £84 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 457 km distance in 12h 50m.
Distance 457 km |
Average bus duration 12h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £98 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 50m |
First bus 4:45 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Cambridge to Penzance coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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.

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