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Compare train, coach and flight for Brighton to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £83, while a flight costs an average of £303.
Distance: 390 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£100 Average Price | £83 Average Price Cheapest | £303 Average Price | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Penzance is a coach with an average price of £83.
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Penzance:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Penzance costing on average £100.
A coach is £220 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brighton to Penzance costing on average £303.
The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Penzance is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 54m.
Other travel options to Penzance take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 9m.
Coach takes on average 11h 17m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brighton and Penzance including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £100 compared to roughly £75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£24. The journey takes 6h 39m versus 5h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Brighton to Penzance
How to get to Penzance from Brighton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Brighton to Penzance is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- NX025 · NX5045:4112h59Brighton, Preston Circus18:40Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)£691One-way1 change
Cheapest
- NX025 · NX5045:4112h59Brighton, Preston Circus18:40Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)£691One-way1 change
Fastest
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Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington5:567h11Brighton station (BTN)13:07Penzance station (PNZ)£1181One-way2 changes
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C09942 · C83035+G14978 · Y415955:588h14Brighton station (BTN)14:12Penzance station (PNZ)£2071One-way4 changes- C09942 · C83035+W34791+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington5:589h05Brighton station (BTN)15:03Penzance station (PNZ)£2071One-way3 changes
- NX025 · NX5045:3513h05Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)18:40Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)£691One-way1 change
- NX025 · NX40619:3711h28Brighton, Preston Circus7:05Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)£711One-way1 change
- NX025 · NX40619:3011h35Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)7:05Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station)£711One-way1 change
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Best day trips from Penzance by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Penzance are St Mary's Island, St Ives, Truro, Newquay and Falmouth. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Penzance on Omio.
Day trip from Penzance to St Ives by ferry
Why visit St Ives for the day?
St Ives is a Cornish seaside town known for its beaches, harbour and long artistic tradition. Narrow lanes, galleries and a working waterfront give it a creative but grounded feel.
Day trip from Penzance to Truro by ferry
Why visit Truro for the day?
Truro is Cornwall’s cathedral city, known for its Gothic Revival skyline and compact centre of shops and historic streets. As the county town, it has a practical local feel while staying close to rivers, countryside and the Cornish coast.
Day trip from Penzance to Newquay by ferry
Why visit Newquay for the day?
Newquay is a Cornish seaside town known for its surfing beaches, Atlantic cliffs and lively holiday feel. It combines sandy bays and coastal walks with a compact centre that suits families and outdoor-minded travellers.
Day trip from Penzance to Falmouth by ferry
Why visit Falmouth for the day?
Falmouth is a Cornish harbour town known for its deep natural port, maritime history and creative atmosphere. A working waterfront, nearby beaches and sights such as Pendennis Castle give it an easy-going coastal character.
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FAQs: Brighton to Penzance
Travel to Penzance easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brighton to Penzance.
There are 3 options to travel between Brighton and Penzance including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Penzance is a coach with an average price of £83.
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Penzance:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Penzance costing on average £100.
A coach is £220 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brighton to Penzance costing on average £303.
The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Penzance is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 54m.
Other travel options to Penzance take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 9m.
Coach takes on average 11h 17m.
The Brighton to Penzance distance is approximately 390 km.
The average frequency per day from Brighton to Penzance is:
- Around 7 coaches per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
- Around 1 flights per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brighton and Penzance as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brighton to Penzance:
- Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Newquay Cornwall Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Brighton station (BTN) and arrive in Penzance station (PNZ).
- Coaches mostly depart from Brighton, Preston Circus and arrive in Penzance, , Station Road (Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brighton to Penzance, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Loganair, easyJet to go to Penzance by flight.
- Travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway to go to Penzance by train.
- Travel with National Express to go to Penzance by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Brighton to Penzance:
- 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Brighton to Penzance often also extend their vacation to go to London, St Ives, Newquay, Edinburgh, Bristol. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Penzance and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Brighton to Penzance, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
To fully explore Penzance and its attractions like St. Michael's Mount, the Minack Theatre, and the Penlee House Gallery, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
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