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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Porthtowan is to bus via Bus Station which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Porthtowan is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Porthtowan?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Porthtowan. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Porthtowan Turn via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Porthtowan?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Porthtowan. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Redruth via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Bristol to Porthtowan?

The distance between Bristol and Porthtowan is 196 miles. The road distance is 164.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Porthtowan without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Bristol to Porthtowan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Porthtowan bus from?

Bristol to Porthtowan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Porthtowan train from?

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

Train or bus from Bristol to Porthtowan?

The best way to get from Bristol to Porthtowan is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Bus Station, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Bristol to Porthtowan bus arrive?

Bristol to Porthtowan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Truro station.

Where does the Bristol to Porthtowan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Porthtowan?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Porthtowan is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Bristol to Porthtowan.

Where can I stay near Porthtowan?

There are 4135+ hotels available in Porthtowan.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Porthtowan 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 Redruthtrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
5h 12m
£85–163
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Trurobus Uk049
6h 32m
£20–35
Drive 163.4 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Porthtowancar 163.4 mi
3h 9m
£40–58
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 Trurotrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 41m
£79–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 104
7h 45m
£35–85

Bristol to Porthtowan by train and bus

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Distance: 194.6 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Porthtowan Turn via Plymouth, Redruth, and Railway Station in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Truro once daily. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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