The cheapest and fastest buses from Bath to Penzance
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 24 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bath to Penzance is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Penzance will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bath for Penzance on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 9 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 10 h 3 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bath to Penzance
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 264 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price |
8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Bath to Penzance bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:40 PM Bath | 9h20 | 6:00 AM Penzance | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bath to Penzance
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 7h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 01:55 |
Last bus 22:05 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bath to PenzanceYou can travel by bus between Bath to Penzance with National Express for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Bus from Bath to Penzance

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bath, Westgate Buildings, which is located around 0.4 miles (596 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Penzance, Station Road, located 0.3 miles (472 m) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bath to Penzance
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
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