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 £28 - £65 and takes 8h 34m.

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 45m and costs £45 - £75.

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 Penzance Bus Station via Bus Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

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). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Melksham to Penzance?

The distance between Melksham and Penzance is 218 miles. The road distance is 196.4 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 which takes 5h 20m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m 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 FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus 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 which takes 5h 20m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Melksham to Penzance bus arrive?

Melksham to Penzance bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Penzance Bus Station.

Where does the Melksham to Penzance train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melksham to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Penzance is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Melksham to Penzance.

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

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Where can I stay near 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
best
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Penzancetrain Reading - Penzance / ...
5h 20m
£89–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
8h 34m
£28–61
Drive 195.2 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Penzancecar 195.2 mi
3h 45m
£50–71
Train via Bus Station
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance
5h 57m
£92–173
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 4m
£94–147

Melksham to Penzance by train

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217.1 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Westbury (Wilts) to Penzance 3 times a week. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 4h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Penzance Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 5h 45m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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