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How to get fromCardiff Central Station to Cornwallby train or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Cornwall by train or car

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  1. Train via Bristol

    best
    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
    2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain train
    3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain train
    5h 59m
    £78–152
  2. Drive  171.6 mi

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    1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Cornwallcar car 171.6 mi
    3h 15m
    £43–62
  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain train Cardiff Central - Penzance / ...
    6h
    £84–146

Cardiff Central Station to Cornwall by train

Calendar59Weekly Trains
Duration5h 59mAverage Duration
Ticket£78Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Luxulyan via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Par in around 5h 59m.

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