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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Cornwall is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Cornwall is to train and fly which takes 4h 29m and costs £140 - £320.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Derby to Cornwall?

The distance between Derby and Cornwall is 293 miles. The road distance is 262.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Derby to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Cornwall train from?

Derby to Cornwall train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or fly from Derby to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Derby to Cornwall is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £130 - £300 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Derby to Cornwall train arrive?

Derby to Cornwall train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Derby to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Cornwall is 263 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Derby to Cornwall.

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

Book your Derby to Cornwall train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3495+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Derby to Cornwall - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Derby to Cornwall by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Penzance / ...
6h 25m
£127–185
Drive 261.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Cornwallcar 261.3 mi
4h 44m
£65–93
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Derby to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane MAN - NQY
4h 29m
£146–317
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Derby to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain Plymouth - Penzance / ...
6h 42m
£128–195
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Penzance / ...
9h 44m
£148–249
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane BHX - NQY
5h 31m
£150–303
Train, train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LPL - NQY
6h 41m
£152–338
Fly from East Midlands Airport
1. Fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane EMA - NQY
7h 4m
£138–293

Derby to Cornwall by train and bus

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Distance: 291.3 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Bodmin Parkway once daily. Tickets cost £120–190 and the journey takes 4h 53m. Alternatively, Ryanair and Aer Lingus fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) twice a week.

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