The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Penzance
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
13 h 3 m
Buses per day
5
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 £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Cambridge to Penzance you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £83. 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 £83, 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 |
Live departures
Cambridge to Penzance bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Penzance coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:05 Cambridge | 12h00 | 18:05 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:00 Cambridge | 11h45 | 19:45 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:20 Cambridge | 14h00 | 23:20 Penzance | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:40 Cambridge | 12h40 | 23:20 Penzance | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:30 Cambridge | 20h25 | 08:55 Penzance | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Cambridge to Penzance by train or coach
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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 £83 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 04:45 |
Last bus 22:10 |
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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