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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Bristol is to train and bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 29m.

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 station. However, there are services departing from Bowling Green Turn and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

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 Bodmin Parkway and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Bristol?

The distance between Cornwall and Bristol is 164 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 via Exeter which takes 4h 3m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m 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 National Express, depart from Bus 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 via Exeter which takes 4h 3m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Cornwall to Bristol bus arrive?

Cornwall to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus 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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Train via Exeter
best
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 3m
£63–123
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Plymouthtrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Anchor Roadbus Fal
5h 29m
£20–32
Drive 138.5 mi
1. Drive from Cornwall to Bristolcar 138.5 mi
2h 47m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Par to Plymouthtrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 3m
£71–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 805
5h 46m
£31–78

Cornwall to Bristol by bus and train

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Distance: 162.6 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Roundabout to Bristol Temple Meads via Bodmin Parkway Station, Bodmin Parkway, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £29–75 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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