Bus from London to Penzance: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Penzance on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
Penzance (Bus Station)Cheapest
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Penzance Bus StationFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Penzance Bus StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
      		Penzance (Bus Station)No tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Penzance Bus StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:44 PM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to go from London to Penzance

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Penzance. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        4h 30mAverage Duration
        411 kmDistance
        17kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$25 - $121Average Duration10h 5m
        10kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$100 - $501Average Duration5h 11m
        10kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$57 - $61Average Duration4h 30m
        17kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Penzance by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Penzance?

          The cheapest bus tickets from London to Penzance start from $25. The average price for this route is around $49. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from London to Penzance?

          The average bus travel time from London to Penzance is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 408 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 35m and is operated by National Express.

        3. Which bus companies service the London to Penzance route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Penzance?

          The earliest bus departs from London to Penzance at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Penzance?

          A bus trip from London to Penzance generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from London to Penzance?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29741 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Penzance?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from London to Penzance?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Penzance?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        11-29
        $60
        11-30
        $46
        Today
        $35
        12-02
        $35
        12-03
        $25
        12-04
        $25
        12-05
        $43
        12-06
        $27
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Penzance was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $25

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Penzance, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $25 to $110 for a bus ticket from London to Penzance based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-03.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

        What's the cheapest way to go from London to Penzance?

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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