4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Penzance to Bristol
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Penzance to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Bristol will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 5 buses that leave Penzance for Bristol every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 35 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Penzance to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 255 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Penzance to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Bristol coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 12:50 Penzance, Station Road | 6h05 | 18:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:25 Penzance, Station Road | 5h30 | 02:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX106 | 22:05 Penzance, Long Rock (Morrisons Petrol Station - Adj to filling station) | 7h35 | 05:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 23 February | |||||
| NX104 | 08:10 Penzance, Long Rock (Morrisons Petrol Station - Adj to filling station) | 7h20 | 15:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX504 · NX104 | 08:25 Penzance, Long Rock (Morrisons Petrol Station - Adj to filling station) | 7h05 | 15:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Penzance to Bristol.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Penzance to Bristol
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Buses from Penzance to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 255 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 255 km |
Average bus duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Penzance to BristolYou can travel by bus between Penzance to Bristol with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Penzance to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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