Cardiff to Penzance bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Penzance

Showing times and prices for 05 May

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£37

Fastest journey

8 h 10 m

Average duration

9 h 5 m

Buses per day

7

Distance

224 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cardiff to Penzance will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.

Fast coaches

To travel from Cardiff to Penzance you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:259h30
    Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    8:55Penzance, Station Road
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    0:458h10
    Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    8:55Penzance, Station Road
    £271One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:558h20
    Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
    17:15Penzance, Station Road
    £291One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX216 · NX106
    20:1510h55
    Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
    7:10Penzance
    £401One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX202 · NX101 · NX504
    12:3511h00
    Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
    23:35Penzance
    £441One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Penzance

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £102.

Distance: 224 km

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Coach
Train

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£130

Average Price

9h 20m

Average total duration

8h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Great Western Railway

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Live departures

Cardiff to Penzance bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Penzance coaches for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus23:35 Cardiff
9h20
8:55 Penzance0 changesdirect
Tuesday 5 May
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus0:45 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
8h10
8:55 Penzance, Station Road1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX101 · NX504
On time
8:30 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
10h10
18:40 Penzance		2 changes
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:55 Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)
8h20
17:15 Penzance, Station Road1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX104 · NX504
On time
10:40 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
9h15
19:55 Penzance		2 changes
national_expressNX202 · NX101 · NX504
On time
12:35 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens
11h00
23:35 Penzance		2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all coaches services from Cardiff to Penzance.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Penzance

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Buses from Cardiff to Penzance run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 224 km distance in 8h 10m.

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
224 km
Average bus duration
8h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
8h 10m
First bus
0:45
Last bus
23:35
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
56 days
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 Cardiff to PenzanceYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Penzance with National Express for as low as £12. 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
10h 55m
Cheapest Price
£27
National Express frequency
4 a day
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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Cardiff to Penzance coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Penzance can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Penzance is £22; 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 Cardiff to Penzance is 8h 10m to travel the 224 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 Cardiff to Penzance leaves at 0:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cardiff to Penzance leaves at 23:35.
There are 6 coaches a day from Cardiff to Penzance which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Penzance and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Penzance from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cardiff to Penzance is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Penzance including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cardiff to Penzance:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Penzance for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Penzance.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Penzance:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff to Penzance.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cardiff to Penzance with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to Penzance with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cardiff to Penzance with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Penzance

Cardiff
Penzance
The major coach station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens for your trip from Cardiff to Penzance.
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