Glasgow to Penzance bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Penzance

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£54

Average price

£54

Fastest journey

22 h 20 m

Average duration

22 h 20 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

645 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Glasgow to Penzance will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Glasgow 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 645 km distance in an average of 22 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 22 h 20 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.

National Express
07:4022h20
Glasgow
06:00Penzance
£541One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Penzance

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £228.

Distance: 645 km

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Flight

£67

Average Price

Cheapest

£322

Average Price

£138

Average Price

18h 30m

Average total duration

18h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

11h 17m

Average total duration

10h 47m

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30m

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4h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Glasgow to Penzance bus times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Penzance coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:39
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus18:15 Glasgow
21h55
16:10 Penzance0 changesdirect
Sunday 21 December
national_express07:40 Glasgow
22h20
06:00 Penzance0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Penzance

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Buses from Glasgow to Penzance run on average 3 times per day, taking around 18h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 05:03, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 645 km distance in 19h 5m.

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
645 km
Average bus duration
18h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
19h 5m
First bus
05:03
Last bus
23:00
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 Glasgow to PenzanceYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Penzance with National Express for as low as £20. 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
19h 5m
Cheapest Price
£38
National Express frequency
2 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.

FAQs: Glasgow to Penzance coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Penzance can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Glasgow to Penzance is £65; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Glasgow to Penzance coach time is 19 h 5 min   covering the 399 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Glasgow to Penzance leaves at 10: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Glasgow to Penzance leaves at 22: 00.
Take the Glasgow to Penzance coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip between Glasgow and Penzance as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Glasgow to Penzance is February.
You have options as you can travel to Penzance from Glasgow 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Penzance

Glasgow
Penzance
The major coach station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station for your trip from Glasgow to Penzance.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Killermont Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
  • Coffee Express (in the station)
  • Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
  • Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street

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