Find coaches from Reading to Penzance

Next departures

Next departures from Reading to Penzance on 26 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Penzance (Bus Station)Cheapest
Flixbus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Penzance (Bus Station)Fastest
National Express
Mereoak P&R
Penzance Bus StationNo tags
Flixbus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Penzance (Bus Station)No tags
National Express
Mereoak P&R
Penzance Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Reading to Penzance

Bus
Average priceUS$22 - US$87Average duration7h 45m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$74 - US$354Average duration4h 43m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$51 - US$51Average duration4h 30m
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Reading to Penzance

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 US$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 30mAverage duration
US$51Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Reading to Penzance: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$48
Average bus trip duration7h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance217 miles
Latest bus departure17:50

Reading to Penzance Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Reading to Penzance.

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

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Penzance from Reading, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Reading - Penzance

  1. How far is Penzance from Reading by coach?

    The distance between Reading and Penzance by coach is approximately 220 miles (355 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Penzance from Reading without a car?

    The best way to go from Reading to Penzance without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
23/08
US$41
24/08
US$36
Today
US$62
26/08
US$33
27/08
US$28
28/08
US$29
29/08
US$31
30/08
US$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Penzance was searched and found on 27 Aug 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$90 for a bus ticket from Reading to Penzance based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2025-08-27.

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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Reading to Penzance but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Reading to Penzance.

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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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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