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Ferry from Penzance to St Mary's

Depending on the season their are about 6 weekly sailings between Penzance and St Mary's. Isles Of Scilly Travel provides the ferry from Penzance to St Mary's. Penzance St Mary's ferries cost between $280 and $1339, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

What's the ferry schedule from Penzance to St Mary's?

The earliest Penzance St Mary's ferry typically departs Penzance at about 06:15 and the last ferry usually leaves at 15:15.

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

Ferries from Penzance to St Mary's sail in around 2 hours 45 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider 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.

How much does the ferry cost from Penzance to St Mary's?

The price of a ferry from Penzance to St Mary's typically range between $274* and $1318*. On average the Penzance St Mary's ferry is $805*. The cheapest Penzance St Mary's ferry prices start from $274*. The average price for a foot passenger is $805*.

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 March 25.

What is the distance from Penzance to St Mary's?

The distance between Penzance to St Mary's is approximately 56 miles (90km) or 49 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Penzance to St Mary's with a car?

Yes, Penzance St Mary's ferries allow cars onboard with Isles Of Scilly Travel between Penzance and St Mary's. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Penzance and St Mary's use our Deal Finder.

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

Isles Of Scilly Travel allow foot passengers on Penzance St Mary's ferries.

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

Isles Of Scilly Travel allow pets on ferries from Penzance to St Mary's. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from England to Isles of Scilly page.
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Penzance - St Mary's Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryEngland
Destination CountryIsles of Scilly
No. of Operators1
OperatorsIsles Of Scilly Travel
Average Price$805
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings6
Average Sailing Duration2 h 45 m
Fastest Sailing Duration2 h 45 m
First Ferry06:15
Last Ferry15:15
Distance49 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Penzance to St Mary's Ferry Most Popular Questions

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

    The ferry crossing time from Penzance to St Mary's is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

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

    Penzance to St Mary's ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Penzance to St Mary's is $805. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Penzance to St Mary's?

    Isles Of Scilly Travel provide the ferries from Penzance to St Mary's.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Penzance to St Mary's?

    Book ferries from Penzance to St Mary's through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Penzance to St Mary's?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Penzance to St Mary's with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Penzance to St Mary's?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Penzance to St Mary's with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Penzance to St Mary's?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Penzance to St Mary's?

    The distance from Penzance to St Mary's is 49 nautical miles.

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.

Penzance to St Mary's Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 24/3/2025 and 30/3/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Isles Of Scilly Travel 08:30 11:15 2 hours 45 minutes Fri
Isles Of Scilly Travel 08:45 11:30 2 hours 45 minutes Sat
Isles Of Scilly Travel 09:15 12:00 2 hours 45 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu
Isles Of Scilly Travel 09:30 12:15 2 hours 45 minutes Sun
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