How much is the bus ticket from Penzance to Exeter?

The cheapest bus tickets from Penzance to Exeter start at R 162. The average price for this route is around R 488. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Penzance to Exeter?

The average bus journey time from Penzance to Exeter is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 156 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Penzance to Exeter route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Penzance to Exeter?

The earliest bus departs from Penzance to Exeter at 04:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Penzance to Exeter?

A bus trip from Penzance to Exeter produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Penzance to Exeter?

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 29872 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Penzance to Exeter?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Penzance to Exeter?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Penzance to Exeter?

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.

Bus Penzance to Exeter from R 119 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Penzance to Exeter on 14 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:05	Penzance	5h 10m	03:15	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Penzance (Bus Station)	3h 40m	01:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Fastest
Bus	20:00	Penzance	5h 5m	01:05	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	20:00	Penzance	5h 5m	01:05	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	21:25	Penzance	4h 35m	02:00	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to Exeter on 15 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:05	Penzance	5h 10m	03:15	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Penzance (Bus Station)	3h 40m	01:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Fastest
Bus	05:00	Penzance	6h 50m	11:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	12:50	Penzance (Bus Station)	4h	16:50	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	05:00	Penzance	6h 50m	11:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to Exeter on 16 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:05	Penzance	5h 10m	03:15	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Penzance (Bus Station)	3h 40m	01:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Fastest
Bus	04:45	Penzance	7h 5m	11:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	12:50	Penzance (Bus Station)	4h	16:50	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	04:45	Penzance	7h 5m	11:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to Exeter on 17 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:05	Penzance	5h 10m	03:15	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Penzance (Bus Station)	3h 40m	01:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Fastest
Bus	04:45	Penzance	7h 5m	11:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	12:50	Penzance (Bus Station)	4h	16:50	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	04:45	Penzance	7h 5m	11:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to Exeter on 18 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:25	Penzance (Bus Station)	3h 40m	01:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:45	Penzance	7h 5m	11:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	12:50	Penzance (Bus Station)	4h	16:50	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	No tags
Bus	04:45	Penzance	7h 5m	11:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	08:10	Penzance	5h 20m	13:30	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to Exeter on 19 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50	Penzance (Bus Station)	4h	16:50	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Penzance (Bus Station)	3h 40m	01:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Fastest
Bus	04:45	Penzance	7h 5m	11:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	04:45	Penzance	7h 5m	11:50	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	08:10	Penzance	5h 20m	13:30	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Next departures from Penzance to Exeter on 20 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:50	Penzance (Bus Station)	4h	16:50	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Penzance (Bus Station)	3h 40m	01:05	Exeter (Stover Court- Bampfylde Street)	Fastest
Bus	08:00	Penzance	5h 20m	13:20	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	08:00	Penzance	5h 20m	13:20	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags
Bus	08:00	Penzance	5h 20m	13:20	Bampfylde Street (Stop 34)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:55 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Penzance to Exeter

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Exeter. The journey takes about 3 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just R 159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

3h 2mAverage duration

157 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 162 - R 595	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 159 - R 2 382	Average duration3h 2m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Penzance and Exeter?

Stops in Penzance

A
Penzance Bus Station
Albert Pier, Penzance, TR18, United Kingdom
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Stops in Exeter

A
Honiton Rd, opp Park & Ride
Honiton Road (Bus Shelter, Lay-by, opp Park & Ride), Exeter EX1
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B
Exeter (Bus & Coach Station)
EXETER , Sidwell St, Exeter EX4, UK
C
Exeter, opp Honiton Road Park & Ride (outside The Barn Owl)
2 Honiton Rd, Exeter, Devon EX1 3RU, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 872 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29872 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 162

National Express Penzance Exeter recent customer reviews

I was disgfusted by the attitude of the driver who got oj at Plymouth. After a lengthy microphone speech which he obvuiously found hilarious, he insisted that everybody wear the seatbelts (siting safety) and then continued to drive while chatting animatedly with a female passenger. When i got off at Exeter and asked a perfectly reasonable question about whether or not there were two stops in exeter, he enjoyed another opportunity to make sarcastic put downs and I was left alone at 2 am in an unfamiliar city at a deserted bus station. I'm a cheerful, friendly independent 47 year old professional woman and travel ALOT. That man should not be allowed contact with the public especially not when women's safety is concerned.

Louise S.

3 August 2017

15 minutes

Katy H.

16 December 2022

FlixBus

3.5/512 211 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Penzance to Exeter by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Penzance to Exeter?
The cheapest bus tickets from Penzance to Exeter start at R 162. The average price for this route is around R 488. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Penzance to Exeter?
The average bus journey time from Penzance to Exeter is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 156 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Penzance to Exeter route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Penzance to Exeter?
The earliest bus departs from Penzance to Exeter at 04:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Penzance to Exeter?
A bus trip from Penzance to Exeter produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Penzance to Exeter?
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 29872 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Penzance to Exeter?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Penzance to Exeter?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Penzance to Exeter?
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

12/02

R 169

13/02

R 195

Today

R 229

15/02

R 194

16/02

R 209

17/02

R 172

18/02

R 179

19/02

R 199

The cheapest trip from Penzance to Exeter was searched and found on 12 Feb 2026 with a price of R 169

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

You can expect to pay from R 169 to R 607 for a bus ticket from Penzance to Exeter based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 172, which is on 2026-02-17.

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.