The average train between Wales and Cornwall takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Wales to Cornwall. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Wales and Cornwall. The earliest departure is at 7:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Cornwall at 10:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Bodmin Parkway and take an average of 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 57m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Wales to Cornwall? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Wales to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Cornwall station via Bodmin Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Wales to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bodmin Parkway station.
Book your Wales to Cornwall train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Wales and Cornwall is 220.1 km. The road distance is 324 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkway 5 times a week. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 4h 28m.