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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to Penzance
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Plymouth to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Penzance will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 buses that leave Plymouth for Penzance every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 103 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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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Compare train and coach for Plymouth to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. 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 £6, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 103 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Plymouth to Penzance bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Penzance coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 06:20 Plymouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 08:55 Penzance, Station Road | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:25 Plymouth, Coach Station | 2h45 | 17:10 Penzance, Station Road | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Penzance
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Buses from Plymouth to Penzance run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:50, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 103 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 103 km |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 03:50 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Bus providers: National Express from Plymouth to PenzanceYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Penzance with National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Plymouth to Penzance coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Penzance 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 Penzance, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Plymouth, Coach Station, which is located around 0.3 miles (496 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Penzance, Station Road, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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