Penzance to Truro bus with National Express

Wed, Feb 04
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Penzance to Truro

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€9

Average price

€9

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 15 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

38 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Penzance to Truro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Penzance to Truro will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Penzance for Truro on Wed, Feb 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 38 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.

National Express
09:05PM1h10
Penzance
10:15PMTruro
€91One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:45AM1h20
Penzance
05:05AMTruro
€101One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Penzance to Truro

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Truro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 38 km

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Train

€10

Average price

Cheapest

€13

Average price

1h 48m

Average total duration

1h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

37m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Penzance to Truro bus times

The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Truro buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 10:27 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express9:05 PM Penzance
1h10
10:15 PM Truro0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, February 4
national_express3:45 AM Penzance
1h20
5:05 AM Truro0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Penzance to Truro

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Buses from Penzance to Truro run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 38 km distance in 1h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
38 km
Average bus duration
1h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
1h 10m
First bus
04:45
Last bus
23:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Go Cornwall Bus, First Kernow from Penzance to TruroYou can travel by bus between Penzance to Truro with National Express, Go Cornwall Bus, First Kernow for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
€9
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

Go Cornwall Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Go Cornwall Bus frequency
4 a day

First Kernow

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
First Kernow frequency
21 a day

FAQs: Bus from Penzance to Truro

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Truro by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Truro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Penzance to Truro can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Penzance to Truro is €10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Penzance to Truro is 1h 10m to travel the 38 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Penzance to Truro leaves at 4:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Penzance to Truro leaves at 11:00 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Penzance to Truro with National Express, First Kernow. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Penzance to Truro, you can count on National Express, Go Cornwall Bus, First Kernow for the best way to get you to Truro. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Penzance and Truro and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Truro from Penzance is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Penzance to Truro is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Penzance and Truro including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Penzance to Truro:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Penzance to Truro for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Penzance to Truro depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Penzance to Truro.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Penzance to Truro:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Penzance to Truro:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Penzance to Truro.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Penzance to Truro with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Penzance to Truro with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Penzance to Truro with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Penzance to Truro

Penzance
Truro
The major bus station for departures in Penzance is Penzance, Station Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penzance, Station Road for your trip from Penzance to Truro.
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