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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Penzance is to bus which costs £21 - £70 and takes 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Bus Station via Fore Street, Bus Station, Airport Tavern and Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Penzance via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Melksham to Penzance?

The distance between Melksham and Penzance is 218 miles. The road distance is 197.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Penzance without a car is to train via Exeter which takes 6h 6m and costs £90 - £190.

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

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

Where do I catch the Melksham to Penzance bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melksham to Penzance train from?

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

Train or bus from Melksham to Penzance?

The best way to get from Melksham to Penzance is to train via Exeter which takes 6h 6m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £70 and takes 11h.

Where does the Melksham to Penzance bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melksham to Penzance train arrive?

Melksham to Penzance train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Penzance is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Melksham to Penzance.

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

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Melksham to Penzance - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 19 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melksham to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train via Exeter
best
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 6m
£94–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airport Tavern to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
11h
£21–68
Drive 196.3 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Penzancecar 196.3 mi
3h 42m
£48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance
6h 51m
£98–186
Line 19 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bristol Parkway Stnbus 19
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Penzancetrain Edinburgh - Penzance / ...
8h 47m
£115–170

Melksham to Penzance by train

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Distance: 217.1 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a train from Melksham to Penzance via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Bus Station via Manvers House, Fore Street, Bus Station, Airport Tavern, and Plymouth Coach Station in around 11h.

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