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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Penzance is to bus which costs £28 - £120 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Penzance Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Penzance?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gloucester and arriving at Penzance. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Penzance?

The distance between Gloucester and Penzance is 246 miles. The road distance is 212.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £130 - £190.

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

The train from Gloucester to Penzance takes 4h 32m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Penzance bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Penzance train from?

Gloucester to Penzance train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Penzance?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Penzance is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £130 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £120 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Gloucester to Penzance bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gloucester to Penzance train arrive?

Gloucester to Penzance train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Penzance station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Penzance is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Gloucester to Penzance.

How do I get a train ticket from Gloucester to Penzance?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gloucester to Penzance?

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Where can I stay near Penzance?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Penzancetrain Gloucester - Penzance / ...
4h 32m
£130–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Bus Stationbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
7h 35m
£28–111
Drive 211.5 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Penzancecar 211.5 mi
3h 50m
£52–75
Train via Plymouth
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 Penzancetrain
5h 51m
£108–213

Gloucester to Penzance by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.2 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Gloucester to Penzance twice a week. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Penzance Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station in around 7h 35m.

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