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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Boscastle is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 55m.

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 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Boscastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Boscastle. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Boscastle Bridge via Dennison Road Car Park and Clease Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

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 13m.

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 13m and costs £190 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Birmingham to Boscastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Boscastle bus from?

Birmingham to Boscastle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

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.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Boscastle?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Boscastle is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £190 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 55m.

Where does the Birmingham to Boscastle bus arrive?

Birmingham to Boscastle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dennison Road Car Park 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 3600+ hotels available in Boscastle.

Birmingham to Boscastle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 95 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Boscastle by train, bus, or car

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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 13m
£197–271
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 104
10h 55m
£39–64
Drive 213.4 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Boscastlecar 213.4 mi
3h 56m
£53–77
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
£114–164
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 57m
£89–133

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Distance: 262.7 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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 13m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Park twice daily. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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