Penzance to Exeter bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Penzance to Exeter

Showing times and prices for 20 Nov

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

4 h 18 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

157 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Penzance to Exeter will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Penzance for Exeter every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 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.

National Express
21:055h15
Penzance
02:20Exeter
£91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
12:054h00
Penzance
16:05Exeter
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
20:253h40
Penzance
00:05Exeter
£111One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Penzance to Exeter

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Exeter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 157 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£21

Average Price

5h 1m

Average total duration

4h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Penzance to Exeter bus times

The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Exeter coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 13:18
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus20:25 Penzance
3h40
00:05 Exeter0 changesdirect
national_express21:05 Penzance
5h15
02:20 Exeter0 changesdirect
Thursday 20 November
meinfernbus_flixbus12:05 Penzance
4h00
16:05 Exeter0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Penzance to Exeter

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Buses from Penzance to Exeter run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:52. The fastest coach covers the 157 km distance in 3h 40m.

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
157 km
Average bus duration
4h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
11
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
01:40
Last bus
23:52
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 ExeterYou can travel by bus between Penzance to Exeter with National Express for as low as £7. 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
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£9
National Express frequency
9 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: Penzance to Exeter coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Penzance to Exeter can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Penzance to Exeter is £16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Penzance to Exeter is on average 5 h 10 min   for the 97 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Penzance and Exeter by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Penzance to Exeter leaves at 04: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Penzance to Exeter leaves at 22: 10.
There are 8 coaches a day from Penzance to Exeter which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Penzance to Exeter coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Penzance to Exeter as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Penzance, Station Road, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Penzance to Exeter by coach is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Penzance and Exeter including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Penzance to Exeter has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Penzance to Exeter.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Penzance to Exeter.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Penzance to Exeter.
    No, luggage for the coach from Penzance to Exeter needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Penzance to Exeter.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Penzance to Exeter.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Penzance to Exeter.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Penzance to Exeter.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and Exeter

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