What is the cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Boscastle?

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Boscastle is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gloucester to Boscastle?

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Boscastle is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Boscastle?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Boscastle. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Bristol Temple Meads and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Boscastle?

The distance between Gloucester and Boscastle is 214 miles. The road distance is 162 miles.

How do I travel from Gloucester to Boscastle without a car?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Boscastle without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 7m and costs £160 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Gloucester to Boscastle?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Gloucester to Boscastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Boscastle train from?

Gloucester to Boscastle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.

Where does the Gloucester to Boscastle train arrive?

Gloucester to Boscastle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Boscastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Boscastle is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Gloucester to Boscastle.

Where can I stay near Boscastle?

There are 3573+ hotels available in Boscastle.

Gloucester to Boscastle - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Gloucester to Boscastle by train, car, or bus

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
5h 7m
£167–254
Drive 161.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Boscastlecar 161.1 mi
3h 3m
£40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strandbus 6
7h 33m
£62–115
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Leeds - Penzance
8h 17m
£105–151

Gloucester to Boscastle by train and bus

33Weekly Services

7h 33mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.3 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Gloucester, England and Boscastle, England?

You can take a train from Gloucester to Boscastle via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Bodmin Parkway in around 5h 7m.

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