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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Padstow is to bus via Plymouth which costs £13 - £19 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Padstow is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Padstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at New Street via The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Bristol to Padstow?

The distance between Bristol and Padstow is 176 miles. The road distance is 147.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Padstow without a car is to train and line 57 bus which takes 4h 43m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Bristol to Padstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Padstow bus from?

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

Where does the Bristol to Padstow bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Padstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Padstow is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Bristol to Padstow.

Where can I stay near Padstow?

There are 3053+ hotels available in Padstow.

Bristol to Padstow - 5 ways to travel via train, line 57 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Padstow by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 57 bus
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
3. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus 57
4h 43m
£68–119
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anchor Road to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
7h 1m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 104 / ...
6h 34m
£24–39
Drive 146.5 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Padstowcar 146.5 mi
3h 1m
£37–53
Train, line 57 bus via Exeter
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
3. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus 57
5h 16m
£65–120

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Park twice daily. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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