What is the cheapest way to get from Melksham to Padstow?

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Padstow is to bus via Plymouth which costs £18 - £40 and takes 9h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melksham to Padstow?

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Padstow is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Padstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at New Street via Bath Abbey, Bus Station, Airport Tavern, Plymouth Coach Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

How far is it from Melksham to Padstow?

The distance between Melksham and Padstow is 188 miles. The road distance is 163.4 miles.

How do I travel from Melksham to Padstow without a car?

The best way to get from Melksham to Padstow without a car is to train and line 57 bus via Exeter which takes 6h 33m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Melksham to Padstow?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Melksham to Padstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Padstow bus from?

Melksham to Padstow bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Airport Tavern station.

Bus or fly from Melksham to Padstow?

The best way to get from Melksham to Padstow is to bus via Plymouth which takes 9h 9m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £85 - £280 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Melksham to Padstow bus arrive?

Melksham to Padstow bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Padstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Padstow is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Melksham to Padstow.

Where can I stay near Padstow?

There are 3074+ hotels available in Padstow.

Melksham to Padstow - 6 ways to travel via train, line 57 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Melksham to Padstow by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 57 bus via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
3. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus 57
6h 33m
£66–130
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
9h 9m
£19–36
Drive 162.5 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Padstowcar 162.5 mi
3h 16m
£41–59
Fly
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane BRS - NQY
7h 52m
£88–280
Train, line 57 bus
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Bodmin Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Penzance
2. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus 57
6h 43m
£76–139
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 104 / ...
9h 39m
£35–82

Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) flights

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Distance: 186.6 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Padstow, England?

You can take a bus from Market Place to New Street via Grand Parade, Bath Abbey, Ambury, Bus Station, Airport Tavern, Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 9h 9m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) 4 times a day.

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