Bideford to Penzance: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bideford from Penzance?

The distance from Bideford to Penzance is 85.1 miles (137 km) as the crow flies. Penzance is located SW of Bideford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 106.4 miles, taking about 2h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bideford and Penzance. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.