The cheapest and fastest coaches from Penzance to London
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 46 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Penzance to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to London will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 16 buses that leave Penzance for London every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 410 km distance in an average of 8 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.
FlixBus12:509h15Penzance, Station Road22:05London, Victoria Coach Station£261One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:508h50Penzance, Station Road21:40London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)£261One-way0 changes
NX5048:259h55Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)18:20London, Victoria Coach Station£271One-way0 changes
NX5048:259h25Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)17:50London, Earl's Court£271One-way0 changes
NX104 · NX0408:1012h55Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)21:05London, Hammersmith Bridge Road£331One-way1 change
FlixBus21:258h30Penzance, Station Road5:55London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)£371One-way0 changes
NX40621:258h45Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)6:10London, Earl's Court£491One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:258h50Penzance, Station Road6:15London, Victoria Coach Station£371One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:508h50Penzance, Station Road21:40London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)£261One-way0 changes
NX40621:258h55Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)6:20London, Victoria Coach Station£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Penzance to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 410 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £203 Average Price |
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Penzance to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to London coaches for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 21:25 Penzance, Station Road | 8h50 | 6:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:25 Penzance, Station Road | 8h30 | 5:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX406 | 21:25 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 8h55 | 6:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX406 | 21:25 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 8h45 | 6:10 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX106 · NX504 | 22:05 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 11h15 | 9:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX106 · NX040 | On time 22:05 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 12h25 | 10:30 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 change | |
NX106 · NX504 | 22:05 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 10h50 | 8:55 London, Earl's Court | 1 change | |
| Thursday 9 July | |||||
NX504 | 4:45 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 10h50 | 15:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX504 | 4:45 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 10h20 | 15:05 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX104 · NX040 | On time 8:10 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 12h55 | 21:05 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 change | |
NX504 | 8:25 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 9h55 | 18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX504 | 8:25 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 9h25 | 17:50 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 Penzance, Station Road | 9h15 | 22:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 Penzance, Station Road | 8h50 | 21:40 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX404 | 20:00 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 10h35 | 6:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX404 | 20:00 Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station) | 10h15 | 6:15 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Penzance to London
Buses from Penzance to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:36, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 410 km distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 410 km |
Average bus duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 0:36 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Penzance to LondonYou can travel by bus between Penzance to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Penzance to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to London 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 London, 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and London
Most Penzance to London buses use the Penzance, Station Road to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre). Use this guide to compare Penzance and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Penzance, Station Road from Penzance city centre
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.
Which London station do buses from Penzance arrive at?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) from London city centre
Getting to London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) from London city centre
Most popular bus connections from Penzance
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