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

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

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 30m 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, Bus Station, Rail Station, Bampfylde Street and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

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 Yeovil Junction and arriving at Luxulyan via Exeter St Davids and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Dorset to Cornwall?

The distance between Dorset and Cornwall is 164 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 train which takes 5h 29m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m 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 First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Cornwall train from?

Dorset to Cornwall train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Yeovil Junction station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Dorset to Cornwall is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Dorset to Cornwall bus arrive?

Dorset to Cornwall bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Cornwall train arrive?

Dorset to Cornwall train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Cornwall is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Dorset to Cornwall.

Where can I stay near Cornwall?

There are 3656+ 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 train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yeovil Junction to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 29m
£108–190
Drive 126 mi
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1. Drive from Dorset to Cornwallcar 126 mi
2h 30m
£31–45
Bus, train, line 26 bus
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 43m
Bus
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 bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
4. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 406 / ...
9h 1m

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Luxulyan via Yeovil Junction, Exeter St Davids, and Par in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Roundabout via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 9h 1m.

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