Bus Tickets from Penzance to Reading

Next departures

Next departures for Penzance to Reading on September 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Penzance (Bus Station)
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & RideCheapestFastest
National Express
Penzance Bus Station
Mereoak P&RNo tags
Flixbus
Penzance (Bus Station)
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & RideNo tags
National Express
Penzance Bus Station
Mereoak P&RNo tags
National Express
Penzance Bus Station
Mereoak P&RNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Penzance to Reading

Bus
Average PriceUS$27 - US$87Average Duration7h 45m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average PriceUS$74 - US$351Average Duration4h 49m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$35 - US$35Average Duration5h
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Penzance to Reading

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Reading. The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5hAverage Duration
US$35Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Penzance to Reading: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$59
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure8:35am
Distance351 km
Latest bus departure9:25pm

Penzance to Reading Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Penzance to Reading from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Penzance to Reading, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Penzance - Reading

  1. What is the distance between Penzance and Reading?

    The distance covered from Penzance to Reading is 355 km (220 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Penzance to Reading?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Penzance Bus Station, in Penzance, and end it at Mereoak P&R, in Reading.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-29
US$46
08-30
US$35
Today
US$51
09-01
US$27
09-02
US$26
09-03
US$24
09-04
US$31
09-05
US$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Penzance to Reading was searched and found on Sep 3, 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$86 for a bus ticket from Penzance to Reading based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24 which is on 2025-09-03.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Penzance to Reading, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Penzance to Reading that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Penzance by bus?

Bus from Reading to Penzance

You can also go to Reading by train

Train from Penzance to Reading

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