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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Bristol is to bus via Plymouth which costs £11 - £15 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cornwall and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Cornwall to Bristol. However, there are services departing from El Joyita and arriving at Anchor Road via Lloyds Bank and Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Cornwall and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Cornwall to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Luxulyan and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Par and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Bristol?

The distance between Cornwall and Bristol is 166 miles. The road distance is 139.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Cornwall to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Bristol bus from?

Cornwall to Bristol bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Bristol train from?

Cornwall to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.

Train or bus from Cornwall to Bristol?

The best way to get from Cornwall to Bristol is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Plymouth, which costs £11 - £15 and takes 6h.

Where does the Cornwall to Bristol bus arrive?

Cornwall to Bristol bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Anchor Road station.

Where does the Cornwall to Bristol train arrive?

Cornwall to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Cornwall to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Bristol is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cornwall to Bristol.

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

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Where can I stay near Bristol?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Par to Plymouthtrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 2m
£72–141
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Anchor Roadbus Fal
6h
£12–14
Drive 138.5 mi
1. Drive from Cornwall to Bristolcar 138.5 mi
2h 47m
£34–50
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 5m
£63–128
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dennison Road Car Park to Bus Stationbus 104
6h 44m
£32–73

Cornwall to Bristol by train

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Distance: 164.8 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Luxulyan to Bristol Temple Meads via Par and Plymouth in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South West operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Anchor Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 3h 29m.

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