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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Penzance
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
224 km
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 £34.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff 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 224 km distance in an average of 10 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 15 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 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 £17. 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 £17, and a train costs an average of £104.
Distance: 224 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £125 Average Price |
9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Penzance bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Penzance coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:35 Cardiff | 9h20 | 07:55 Penzance | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Penzance
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Buses from Cardiff to Penzance run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 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 9h 20m.
Distance 224 km |
Average bus duration 8h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 20m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to PenzanceYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Penzance with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
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