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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Launceston is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Launceston is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and arriving at Westgate Street via Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Okehampton via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Launceston?

The distance between Birmingham and Launceston is 209 miles. The road distance is 197.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Birmingham to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Launceston bus from?

Birmingham to Launceston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham to Launceston?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Launceston is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Birmingham to Launceston bus arrive?

Birmingham to Launceston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Exeter station.

Where does the Birmingham to Launceston train arrive?

Birmingham to Launceston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Launceston is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Birmingham to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1353+ hotels available in Launceston.

Birmingham to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 37m
£104–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Exeterbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 66
8h 40m
£26–39
Drive 196.2 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Launcestoncar 196.2 mi
3h 35m
£48–69
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
8h 41m

Birmingham to Launceston by train and bus

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Distance: 208.2 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Westgate Street via Exeter, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 8h 40m.

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