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How to get from Edinburgh to Penzance?

Planning to travel to Edinburgh from Penzance and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Edinburgh to Penzance, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Edinburgh and Penzance, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (CrossCountry, First Great Western, Blablacar, National Express or MegaBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Edinburgh to Penzance, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Edinburgh Penzance trip.

For your trip from Edinburgh to Penzance, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Edinburgh to Penzance

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Edinburgh to Penzance, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Edinburgh to Penzance train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Edinburgh Penzance train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Edinburgh Penzance

Carpooling from Edinburgh to Penzance is perfect if you want to travel to Penzance in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Edinburgh or Penzance.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Edinburgh to Penzance transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Edinburgh Penzance Travel Information

Departure city
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Scotland
Destination city
Penzance
United Kingdom
England
Distance
415 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train, bus and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Penzance easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Penzance easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Edinburgh and Penzance that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like CrossCountry, First Great Western, Blablacar, National Express or MegaBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Edinburgh and Penzance with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Edinburgh and Penzance

Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Edinburgh to Penzance?
Flexible Carpooling from Edinburgh to Penzance is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Edinburgh to Penzance.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.
Comfort You have to share the space of the car with the other passengers during the whole trip between Edinburgh and Penzance.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Edinburgh to Penzance?
Speed Edinburgh to Penzance trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Accessibility The train stations in Edinburgh or Penzance are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Flexibility Edinburgh Penzance train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Cost Edinburgh Penzance train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Edinburgh to Penzance?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Edinburgh and Penzance are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Edinburgh and Penzance, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Edinburgh to Penzance are mostly much slower than trains to Penzance to cover the 415 mi distance of the trip.
Comfort Edinburgh-Penzance buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.

Where to start from in Edinburgh? Where do I arrive in Penzance?

Edinburgh Departure Bus Stations

Edinburgh
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Departure stations in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Waverley
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Haymarket (Edinburgh)
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Penzance arrival bus stations

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Penzance Arrival Stations

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Bus Edinburgh Penzance

The frequency of departures to Edinburgh from Penzance varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Penzance, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus trip between Edinburgh and Penzance usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Penzance for your travel date.

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Edinburgh-Penzance varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Edinburgh-Penzance bus prices on Vivanoda.

Most carriers allow you to book seats online for an Edinburgh-Penzance bus. There is often a charge for this service.

Bus companies Edinburgh Penzance

National Express
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Trains Edinburgh Penzance

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Edinburgh to Penzance. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Edinburgh and Penzance.

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Penzance depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Penzance are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Edinburgh to Penzance at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Edinburgh to Penzance. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

Train companies between Edinburgh and Penzance

CrossCountry
CrossCountry
First Great Western
First Great Western
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Carpool Edinburgh Penzance

Carpooling is considered a greener option than other modes of transportation, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Edinburgh to Penzance depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Edinburgh-Penzance, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Edinburgh and Penzance also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your Edinburgh Penzance trip to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Edinburgh Penzance

Blablacar
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