What is the cheapest way to get from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet?

The cheapest way to get from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet is to bus via Bristol which costs £28 - £50 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet?

The fastest way to get from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Falmouth and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from The Moor A and arriving at Great Ostry via Falmouth University and University of Exeter, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Falmouth and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct train from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Penmere and arriving at Castle Cary via Truro and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet?

The distance between Falmouth and Shepton Mallet is 183 miles. The road distance is 159 miles.

How do I travel from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet without a car?

The best way to get from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet?

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Shepton Mallet bus from?

Falmouth to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Falmouth University and University of Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Shepton Mallet train from?

Falmouth to Shepton Mallet train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.

Train or bus from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet?

The best way to get from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Falmouth to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

Falmouth to Shepton Mallet bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Falmouth to Shepton Mallet train arrive?

Falmouth to Shepton Mallet train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet?

Yes, the driving distance between Falmouth to Shepton Mallet is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet.

Where can I stay near Shepton Mallet?

There are 1479+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

Falmouth to Shepton Mallet - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Falmouth to Shepton Mallet by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Truro to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain Exeter St Davids - London Paddington / ...
6h 19m
£77–159
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk049
8h 37m
£28–50
Drive 158.1 mi
1. Drive from Falmouth to Shepton Malletcar 158.1 mi
3h 1m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Argos to Bus Stationbus 404
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
8h 48m
£35–81

Falmouth to Shepton Mallet by train and bus

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6h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.7 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Falmouth, England and Shepton Mallet, England?

You can take a train from Penmere to Frithfield Lane via Truro, Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, and Castle Cary Station in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Bristol Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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