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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Cornwall is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Cornwall is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Roundabout via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Luxulyan via Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Dorset to Cornwall?

The distance between Dorset and Cornwall is 153 miles. The road distance is 126.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Cornwall without a car is to bus and train and line 26 bus which takes 7h 59m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Dorset to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Cornwall bus from?

Dorset to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Cornwall train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Dorset to Cornwall is to train which takes 8h 29m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Dorset to Cornwall bus arrive?

Dorset to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Dorset to Cornwall train arrive?

Dorset to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Cornwall is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Dorset to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3511+ hotels available in Cornwall.

Dorset to Cornwall - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 26 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to Cornwall by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train, line 26 bus
best
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
5. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to Roundaboutbus 26
7h 59m
£48–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Dennison Road Car Parkbus G5
9h 29m
£28–47
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain
8h 29m
£74–142
Drive 126 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Cornwallcar 126 mi
2h 31m
£32–46

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Distance: 152.5 mi
Duration: 7h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Luxulyan via Kings Statue, Weymouth, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, and Par in around 8h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Roundabout via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 9h 29m.

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