Penzance - St Mary's

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Penzance - St Mary's

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Ferry from Penzance to St Mary's

Isles Of Scilly Travel provides the ferry from Penzance to St Mary's. Penzance St Mary's ferries cost between 244€ and 879€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Penzance St Mary's ferries.

Penzance St Mary's Ferry Times

The first Penzance St Mary's ferry typically departs from Penzance at around 05:30. The last ferry usually departs at 15:30.

How long is the ferry from Penzance to St Mary's?

The Penzance St Mary's ferry trip can take around 2 hours 45 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Penzance St Mary's Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 6 weekly sailings from Penzance to St Mary's provided by Isles Of Scilly Travel. Timetables can change from season to season.

Penzance St Mary's Ferry Prices

Penzance St Mary's ferry prices typically range between 244€* and 879€*. The average price is typically 506€*. The cheapest Penzance St Mary's ferry prices start from 244€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 506€*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 February 2026.

How far is it from Penzance to St Mary's?

The distance between Penzance to St Mary's is approximately 56.1 miles (90.3km) or 48.7 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Penzance St Mary's ferry?

No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Penzance and St Mary's.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Penzance to St Mary's?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Isles Of Scilly Travel ferries between Penzance and St Mary's.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Penzance to St Mary's?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Penzance to St Mary's with Isles Of Scilly Travel. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Penzance - St Mary's Ferry Route Summary
Departure DestinationEngland
DestinationIsles of Scilly
No. of Operators1
OperatorsIsles Of Scilly Travel
Average Price€506
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings6
Average Sailing Duration2 h 45 m
Fastest Sailing Duration2 h 45 m
First Ferry05:30
Last Ferry15:30
Distance49 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 February 2026.

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Penzance Guide

Penzance Ferry Port

Penzance is perhaps most well-known for being the biggest town in Western Cornwall, a county that lies right on the south west coast of Great Britain. The only ferry route is to St Mary’s, a crossing that is supplied by Isles of Sicily Travel.

What is there to do in Penzance?

Holding onto the authentic romance synonymous with Cornwall, Penzance doesn’t hold the glorious beaches or polished aesthetics of other port areas, yet you’ll be hard-pressed to find a more enjoyable place than the seafront’s refreshingly simplistic promenade. Whilst the entirety of Cornwall may exemplify a laid-back surfing town, Penzance’s unusual image is what makes it standout; Victorian style promenades, ancient buildings and the Egyptian House exude a culturally historic vibe, however, the abundance of palm trees and tropical foliage typifies a Mediterranean holiday destination. Penzance, quite simply, is a town like no other. In a town like Penzance it is tempting to spend the entire time embracing the beautiful great outdoors, yet there is plenty of things to do: Penzance’s Savoy Cinema is believed to be England’s longest running cinema, showing independent films that are unlikely to be shown in mainstream media. The Penlee House Museum offers an insight into Cornwall’s history of arts, and to witness contemporary, modern art, head to the trendy Exchange Gallery. After a day of sightseeing and walking, there is no better way to spend an evening than in one of the top-drawer restaurants, or for a truly traditional Penzance experience, sample some of the famous fish and chips whilst looking out over the sea.

How do visitors get around Penzance?

Due to the beautiful surroundings, many choose to wander around Penzance. For those who don’t fancy an arduous walk, there are taxis available at affordable prices.

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