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

The cheapest way to get from Minehead to Penzance is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minehead to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Minehead and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Minehead to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Penzance via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Minehead to Penzance?

The distance between Minehead and Penzance is 188 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minehead to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Minehead to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minehead to Penzance train from?

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

Where does the Minehead to Penzance train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Minehead to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Minehead to Penzance is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Minehead to Penzance.

Where can I stay near Penzance?

There are 2618+ hotels available in Penzance.

Minehead to Penzance - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Minehead to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Penzancetrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
6h 41m
£75–147
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taunton to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
7h 33m
£33–101
Drive 136 mi
1. Drive from Minehead to Penzancecar 136 mi
3h 12m
£34–49

Minehead to Penzance by bus and train

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6h 41mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.4 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Taunton to Penzance every 2 hours. Tickets cost £70–140 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily.

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