How to travel from Luton to Penzance

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Luton to Penzance

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Penzance among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, while a train costs an average of €100.

Distance: 253 miles (408 km)

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9h 25m

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The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Penzance is a bus with an average price of €29.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Penzance:

A bus is €70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Penzance costing on average €100.

A bus is €82 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Penzance costing on average €111.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Penzance is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Penzance take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 58m.

Bus takes on average 9h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Luton and Penzance including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Luton to Penzance among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €29 compared to roughly €90 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €60. The journey takes 8h 55m versus 5h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Luton to Penzance

How to get from Luton to Penzance by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Luton to Penzance is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • East Midlands Railways
    10:27 PM9h28
    Luton
    7:55 AMPenzance
    2921One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • East Midlands Railways
    10:27 PM9h28
    Luton
    7:55 AMPenzance
    2921One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Thameslink
    10:59 AM6h00
    Luton
    4:59 PMPenzance
    3051One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Thameslink
    10:13 AM6h57
    Luton
    5:10 PMPenzance
    2991One-way
    2 transfers
  • Thameslink
    4:59 PM6h01
    Luton
    11:00 PMPenzance
    3051One-way
    2 transfers
  • Thameslink
    8:59 AM6h04
    Luton
    3:03 PMPenzance
    3051One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Luton to Penzance

Travel to Penzance easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Penzance.

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There are 3 options to travel between Luton and Penzance including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Penzance is a bus with an average price of €29.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Penzance:

A bus is €70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Penzance costing on average €100.

A bus is €82 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Penzance costing on average €111.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Penzance is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Penzance take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 58m.

Bus takes on average 9h 25m.

The distance from Luton to Penzance is approximately 253 miles (408 km).
The average frequency per day from Luton to Penzance is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton and Penzance as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Luton to Penzance:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Stansted Airport and arrive in Newquay Cornwall Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Luton Airport (LUA) and arrive in Penzance station (PNZ).
  • Buses mostly depart from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station and arrive in Penzance, Station Road.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Luton to Penzance, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Stagecoach East, National Express, Arriva UK to go to Penzance by bus.
  • Travel with east_midlands_trains, Thameslink to go to Penzance by train.
Omio customers who travel from Luton to Penzance often also extend their vacation to go to London, Newquay, St Ives, Bristol, Falmouth. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Penzance and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Penzance to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Penzance's attractions, scenery, and local culture, a stay of around 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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