What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Boscastle?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Boscastle is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Boscastle?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Boscastle is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Boscastle?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Boscastle. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Boscastle?

The distance between Birmingham and Boscastle is 264 miles. The road distance is 214.6 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Boscastle without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Boscastle without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £170 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Boscastle?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Birmingham to Boscastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Boscastle train from?

Birmingham to Boscastle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Where does the Birmingham to Boscastle train arrive?

Birmingham to Boscastle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Boscastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Boscastle is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Birmingham to Boscastle.

Where can I stay near Boscastle?

There are 3689+ hotels available in Boscastle.

Birmingham to Boscastle - 4 ways to travel via train, car, line 95 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Boscastle by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
5h 12m
£170–242
Drive 213.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Boscastlecar 213.4 mi
3h 56m
£52–76
Train, line 95 bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Penzance / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boscastle Bridgebus 95
7h 40m
£139–190
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strandbus 6
7h 50m
£107–153

Birmingham to Boscastle by train and bus

8Weekly Services

7h 40mAverage Duration

£139Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.7 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Boscastle, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Boscastle via Plymouth and Bodmin Parkway in around 5h 12m.

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