What is the best way to travel from Glasgow to Penzance?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Penzance from Glasgow. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Penzance from Glasgow?
You can reach Penzance with just £34 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus20h 0m021:15GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station17:15PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 21:15:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/05/2026 17:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
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FlixBus22h 35m010:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:55PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 10:20:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/05/2026 08:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus20h 0m021:15GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station17:15PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 12/05/2026 21:15:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/05/2026 17:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
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FlixBus22h 35m010:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:55PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 12/05/2026 10:20:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/05/2026 08:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m
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ScotRail12h 10m008:00GlasgowQueen Street Station20:10PenzanceCentral Station0EconomyA Train from ScotRail goes from Queen Street Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 12/05/2026 08:00:00 to Central Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/05/2026 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £337 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
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ScotRail12h 39m009:45GlasgowQueen Street Station22:24PenzanceCentral Station0EconomyA Train from ScotRail goes from Queen Street Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 12/05/2026 09:45:00 to Central Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/05/2026 22:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £337 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 39m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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FlixBus20h 0m021:15GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station17:15PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 13/05/2026 21:15:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/05/2026 17:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
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FlixBus22h 35m010:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:55PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 13/05/2026 10:20:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/05/2026 08:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m
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What are the fastest trips from Glasgow to Penzance?
You can get to Penzance from Glasgow in just 12h 10m with a Train from ScotRail. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus20h 0m021:15GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station17:15PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 21:15:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/05/2026 17:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
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FlixBus22h 35m010:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:55PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 10:20:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/05/2026 08:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £61 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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ScotRail12h 10m008:00GlasgowQueen Street Station20:10PenzanceCentral Station0EconomyA Train from ScotRail goes from Queen Street Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 12/05/2026 08:00:00 to Central Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/05/2026 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £337 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
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ScotRail12h 39m009:45GlasgowQueen Street Station22:24PenzanceCentral Station0EconomyA Train from ScotRail goes from Queen Street Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 12/05/2026 09:45:00 to Central Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/05/2026 22:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £337 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 39m
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FlixBus20h 0m021:15GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station17:15PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 12/05/2026 21:15:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/05/2026 17:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
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FlixBus22h 35m010:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:55PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 12/05/2026 10:20:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/05/2026 08:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus20h 0m021:15GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station17:15PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 13/05/2026 21:15:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/05/2026 17:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
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FlixBus22h 35m010:20GlasgowBuchanan Bus Station08:55PenzanceCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow (United Kingdom) at 13/05/2026 10:20:00 to Coach Station, Penzance (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/05/2026 08:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m
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Bus from Glasgow to Penzance
What are the most popular stations in Glasgow and Penzance?
In Glasgow, you will usually depart from Central Station, Queen Street Station or Buchanan Bus Station, while in Penzance you will be arriving at Botallack, Queens Arms, Newbridge or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Penzance from Glasgow? With 2 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Glasgow and Penzance, you can pay as low as £34 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from ScotRail: you will get to Penzance in just 12h 10m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Glasgow and Penzance are FlixBus and ScotRail, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Glasgow and Penzance is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bishopbriggs or to Heamoor, and look at flights from Glasgow Airport, and landing at Land's End Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Glasgow to Penzance?
The most popular companies between Glasgow and Penzance, are FlixBus and ScotRail. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: ScotRail
All you need to know when you travel from Glasgow to Penzance
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Glasgow to Penzance. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Glasgow to Penzance
How can I reach Penzance from Glasgow?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Penzance from Glasgow.
How far is Penzance from Glasgow?
The distance between Glasgow and Penzance is 644.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Glasgow and Penzance?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 17 kgs of CO2, a train 23 kgs, a car 110 kgs, and a flight 159 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Glasgow to Penzance?
You can get to Penzance with just £34 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Penzance?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Penzance in just 12h 10m with a Train from ScotRail.
More routes to Glasgow and to Penzance
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Glasgow and to Penzance. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
