Edinburgh to Penzance: Road Trip Guide & Distance

414.7 miles 667.4 km · straight line
551.1 miles actual route 886.9 km · driving distance
10h 27min estimated drive time
£84 - £103 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
195° SSW bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Penzance?

The distance from Edinburgh to Penzance is 414.7 miles (667.4 km) as the crow flies. Penzance is located SSW of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 551.1 miles, taking about 10h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh and Penzance. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Edinburgh to Penzance

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 27min £84 - £103 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 32min $44–$83* Budget
Train ~9h 56min $66–$193* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Penzance

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation
Penzance
50.12°N, 5.54°W
Europe/London
0m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 138 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM