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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Polruan is to bus via Plymouth which costs £12 - £14 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Polruan is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Polruan?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Polruan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Hanson Drive via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Polruan?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Polruan. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Par via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Bristol to Polruan?

The distance between Bristol and Polruan is 167 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Polruan without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Bristol to Polruan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Polruan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Polruan train from?

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

Train or bus from Bristol to Polruan?

The best way to get from Bristol to Polruan is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Bristol to Polruan bus arrive?

Bristol to Polruan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Bristol to Polruan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Polruan?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Polruan is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Bristol to Polruan.

Where can I stay near Polruan?

There are 3551+ hotels available in Polruan.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Polruan by train, bus, or 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 Partrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
3h 56m
£71–127
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anchor Road to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Crumplehornbus 10
7h 22m
£12–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 805
5h 20m
£32–75
Drive 144.4 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Polruancar 144.4 mi
2h 56m
£36–52
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 Partrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
4h 28m
£70–131

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Distance: 166.2 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Hanson Drive via Plymouth, Par, and Railway Station in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £29–75 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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