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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Penzance is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 2 which costs £35 - £60 and takes 10h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Penzance is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Penzance via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Guildford to Penzance?

The distance between Guildford and Penzance is 294 miles. The road distance is 257.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 8h 50m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Guildford to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Penzance bus from?

Guildford to Penzance bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Penzance train from?

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

Train or bus from Guildford to Penzance?

The best way to get from Guildford to Penzance is to train which takes 8h 50m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Guildford to Penzance bus arrive?

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

Where does the Guildford to Penzance train arrive?

Guildford to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Penzance is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Guildford to Penzance.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Penzance?

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Guildford to Penzance - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Guildford to Penzance by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
8h 50m
£121–219
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49
10h 25m
£38–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 805
10h 24m
£53–93
Drive 255.7 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Penzancecar 255.7 mi
4h 37m
£63–91
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LHR - NQY
3. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
8h 32m
£138–409
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Guildford to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane LGW - NQY
3. Take the train from Truro to Penzancetrain
8h 12m
£91–305

Guildford to Penzance by train

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Distance: 292.7 mi
Duration: 8h 50m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Penzance via Reading in around 8h 50m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 8h 25m.

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