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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Launceston is to bus which costs £18 - £60 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Launceston is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Westgate Street via Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Launceston?

The distance between Gloucester and Launceston is 206 miles. The road distance is 144.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Launceston without a car is to train and line 78 bus which takes 5h 14m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Gloucester to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Launceston bus from?

Gloucester to Launceston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where does the Gloucester to Launceston bus arrive?

Gloucester to Launceston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Launceston is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Gloucester to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1351+ hotels available in Launceston.

Gloucester to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, bus

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

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Train, line 78 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Liskeardtrain Gloucester - Penzance / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 78 / ...
5h 14m
£104–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Bus Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 66
7h 49m
£18–58
Drive 143.8 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Launcestoncar 143.8 mi
2h 42m
£35–51
Train, line 306 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 train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Kensey Valley Meadowbus 306
5h 27m
£62–123

Gloucester to Launceston by train and bus

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5h 14mAverage Duration

£104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.6 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Transport Hub to Westgate Street via Bristol Bus Station, Exeter, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 7h 49m.

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