Penzance to Birmingham bus with National Express

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  • National Express
    10:1010h30
    Penzance
    20:40Birmingham
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    12:5014h20
    Penzance
    3:10Birmingham
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    20:2511h40
    Penzance
    8:05Birmingham
    £361One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Penzance to Birmingham

The cheapest option from Penzance to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £32. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 365 km

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£32

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£95

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£477

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10h 18m

Average total duration

9h 48m

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30m

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6h 1m

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5h 31m

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10h 37m

Average total duration

7h 37m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Penzance to Birmingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Birmingham coaches for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBus21:25 Penzance
12h30
9:55 Birmingham0 changesdirect
Thursday 9 July
National Express10:10 Penzance
10h30
20:40 Birmingham0 changesdirect
FlixBus12:50 Penzance
14h20
3:10 Birmingham0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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

Overview: Bus from Penzance to Birmingham

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Typically, there are 5 buses per day from Penzance to Birmingham, including 1 direct buses, taking around 9h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 22:14. The fastest coach covers the 365 km distance in 9h 35m.

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
365 km
Average bus duration
9h 48m
Lowest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
9h 35m
First bus
2:30
Last bus
22:14
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
2 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 Penzance to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Penzance to Birmingham 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
9h 35m
Cheapest Price
£20
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: Penzance to Birmingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Penzance to Birmingham leaves at 2:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Penzance to Birmingham leaves at 22:14.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Penzance to Birmingham with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Penzance to Birmingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Birmingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Penzance and Birmingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Penzance to Birmingham is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Penzance and Birmingham including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Penzance to Birmingham for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Penzance to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Penzance to Birmingham 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 Penzance to Birmingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Penzance to Birmingham:
  • 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 Penzance to Birmingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Penzance to Birmingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Penzance to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Penzance to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Penzance to Birmingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and Birmingham

Most Penzance to Birmingham buses use the Penzance, Station Road to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Penzance and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Penzance
Arrival bus stations in Birmingham
Penzance, Station Road
City-centre transport

Getting to Penzance, Station Road from Penzance city centre

TrainPenzance - London Paddington · 7h 31m · £216 · every ~1 min
BusUkn49, Uk049 · 11h 3m · £91
406, 504, 404 · 13h 1m · £93
Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)Penzance TR18 2NG, UKAccessibility

Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) bus station facilities and services

Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

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