- Must visit
National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Large maritime museum in nearby Falmouth with boats, sea rescue displays, and a lookout tower. A regional highlight for all ages.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Penryn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Penryn will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 6 buses from London to Penryn, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 380 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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.
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Buses from London to Penryn run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 236 miles (380 km) distance in 7h 45m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Penryn.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Penryn buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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NX025 · NX504 | 6:50 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 10h15 | 5:05 PM Penryn, Commercial Road | 1 transfer | |
NX504 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h35 | 5:05 PM Penryn, Commercial Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 · NX504 | 9:55 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 8h50 | 6:45 PM Penryn, Commercial Road | 1 transfer | |
NX504 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h15 | 6:45 PM Penryn, Commercial Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 · NX504 | 12:25 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 9h55 | 10:20 PM Penryn, Commercial Road | 1 transfer | |
NX504 | 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h50 | 10:20 PM Penryn, Commercial Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h40 | 12:40 AM Penryn, Falmouth University | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from London to Penryn with National Express and FlixBus. Overnight buses available on this route with National Express and FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Large maritime museum in nearby Falmouth with boats, sea rescue displays, and a lookout tower. A regional highlight for all ages.
Independent museum exploring Penryn’s maritime, civic, and social history through local artifacts and changing exhibitions.
Contemporary art gallery in Falmouth known for Cornish artists and changing exhibitions in a compact central setting.
Penryn’s historic main street, lined with old granite buildings, independent shops, and a strong sense of the town’s character.
Attractive old thoroughfare descending toward the water, notable for heritage buildings, town views, and links to the port.
Scenic village street just outside Penryn, popular for creekside walks, old cottages, and postcard-worthy Cornish charm.
A rich saffron yeast bun long linked to Cornwall. Its golden color and lightly sweet taste make it a classic local bakery treat.
Cornwall's best-known pastry: beef, potato, swede and onion baked in a crimped crust. It is protected and deeply tied to local mining history.
A split bread roll filled with beef skirt, potato, swede and onion. It is a hearty Cornish snack associated with local baking traditions.
Popular Penryn cafe known for brunch, coffee and homemade cakes. Casual, friendly atmosphere with a strong local following.
Established restaurant at Flushing near Penryn, praised for Cornish seafood and polished cooking in a smart but relaxed setting.
Well-known waterside pub in Penryn serving seafood, pub classics and local ales in a relaxed historic setting by the harbour.
Moderate for Cornwall: stays cost more in peak season, but dining and local transport are fairly typical for UK tourist towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Penryn Falmouth University -> Penryn Town Centre
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Penryn 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 Penryn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Penryn buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Penryn, Commercial Road station pair, with some services arriving at Penryn, Falmouth University. Use this guide to compare London and Penryn bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Hammersmith Bridge Road is 7 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Hammersmith Bridge Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road. ATMs are available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road.
Ticket office support is available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road.
Available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road: Wheelchair accessible.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
Penryn, Commercial Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes available within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Penryn, Commercial Road. ATMs are available at Penryn, Commercial Road.
Ticket office support is available at Penryn, Commercial Road.
Available at Penryn, Commercial Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penryn, Commercial Road: Accessible for wheelchairs.
Penryn, Falmouth University is 1 km from Penryn city centre. Public transport options include:
Penryn, Falmouth University has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Penryn, Falmouth University. ATMs are available at Penryn, Falmouth University.
Ticket office support is available at Penryn, Falmouth University.
Available at Penryn, Falmouth University: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penryn, Falmouth University: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Check bus stations information for London and Penryn, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.