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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Padstow is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 10h 15m.

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, Bus Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Padstow?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Melksham to Padstow?

The distance between Melksham and Padstow is 185 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 which takes 5h 19m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m 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 National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Padstow train from?

Melksham to Padstow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Westbury (Wilts) station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Padstow?

The best way to get from Melksham to Padstow is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 10h 15m.

Where does the Melksham to Padstow bus arrive?

Melksham to Padstow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dennison Road Car Park station.

Where does the Melksham to Padstow train arrive?

Melksham to Padstow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids 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 3095+ hotels available in Padstow.

Melksham to Padstow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 57 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Melksham to Padstow by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 19m
£114–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 104
10h 15m
£37–87
Drive 162.5 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Padstowcar 162.5 mi
3h 16m
£40–58
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
7h 18m
£76–149

Melksham to Padstow by bus

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10h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.1 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Melksham to Padstow via Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, and Bodmin Parkway in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Park once daily. Tickets cost £29–75 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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