Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Penzance to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £134.
Distance: 324 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£55 Average Price Cheapest | £135 Average Price |
12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Penzance to Portsmouth
Buses from Penzance to Portsmouth run on average 11 times per day, taking around 11h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:10, the last at 22:05. The fastest coach covers the 324 km distance in 14h 10m.
Distance 324 km |
Average bus duration 11h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 14h 10m |
First bus 04:10 |
Last bus 22:05 |
Bus providers: National Express from Penzance to PortsmouthYou can travel by bus between Penzance to Portsmouth with National Express for as low as £32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Penzance to Portsmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and Portsmouth
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 20, 700 Train: Portsmouth Harbour
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