What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Penzance?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Penzance is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Penzance?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Penzance Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Penzance via Axminster and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Penzance?

The distance between Bournemouth and Penzance is 230 miles. The road distance is 190 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Penzance without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Penzance without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 56m and costs £85 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Penzance?

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Bournemouth to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Penzance bus from?

Bournemouth to Penzance bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Penzance train from?

Bournemouth to Penzance train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Penzance?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Penzance is to train via Exeter which takes 8h 56m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Penzance bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Penzance bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Penzance train arrive?

Bournemouth to Penzance train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Weymouth station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Penzance is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Bournemouth to Penzance.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Penzance?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Penzance?

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Bournemouth to Penzance - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain
8h 56m
£85–173
Drive 188.9 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to Penzancecar 188.9 mi
3h 42m
£47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49
11h 15m
£48–99
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
9h 29m
£160–276

Bournemouth to Penzance by train and bus

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8h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.6 mi
Duration: 8h 56m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Penzance, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Penzance via Weymouth, Weymouth station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Axminster, and Exeter St Davids in around 8h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Penzance Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport in around 11h 15m.

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