What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Bodmin?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Bodmin is to bus via Plymouth which costs £19 - £75 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Bodmin?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Bodmin is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Bodmin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Dennison Road Car Park. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Bodmin?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Bodmin. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Bristol to Bodmin?

The distance between Bristol and Bodmin is 159 miles. The road distance is 133.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Bodmin without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Bodmin without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Bodmin?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Bristol to Bodmin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Bodmin bus from?

Bristol to Bodmin bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Bodmin train from?

Bristol to Bodmin train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Bodmin?

The best way to get from Bristol to Bodmin is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Bristol to Bodmin bus arrive?

Bristol to Bodmin bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dennison Road Car Park station.

Where does the Bristol to Bodmin train arrive?

Bristol to Bodmin train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Bodmin?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Bodmin is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Bristol to Bodmin.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Bodmin?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Bodmin?

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Where can I stay near Bodmin?

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Bristol to Bodmin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
3h 31m
£73–130
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Uk087 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
5h 15m
£19–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 104
5h 15m
£29–70
Drive 133.1 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Bodmincar 133.1 mi
2h 39m
£33–47
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
4h 9m
£72–130

Bristol to Bodmin by train and bus

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.8 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Bodmin, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to The Shire House Mount Folly via Plymouth, Bodmin Parkway, and Bodmin Parkway Station in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Park twice daily. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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