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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Cornwall is to bus which costs £14 - £27 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Cornwall is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Roundabout via Plymouth Coach Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Cornwall?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Cornwall. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Luxulyan via Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Exeter to Cornwall?

The distance between Exeter and Cornwall is 90 miles. The road distance is 68.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Cornwall without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Exeter to Cornwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cornwall bus from?

Exeter to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Cornwall train from?

Exeter to Cornwall train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Cornwall?

The best way to get from Exeter to Cornwall is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £27 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Exeter to Cornwall bus arrive?

Exeter to Cornwall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Exeter to Cornwall train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Cornwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Cornwall is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Exeter to Cornwall.

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

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Where can I stay near Cornwall?

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There are 3 ways to get from Exeter to Cornwall by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
3h 22m
£37–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
4h 50m
£15–27
Drive 68 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Cornwallcar 68 mi
1h 12m
£17–25

Exeter to Cornwall by train

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Distance: 89.6 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Par hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Roundabout via Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 4h 50m.

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