What is the cheapest way to get from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water is to bus and train which costs £45 - £85 and takes 10h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Bourton-on-the-Water?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Bourton-on-the-Water. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rectory Lane via Arle Court Transport Hub and Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Bourton-on-the-Water?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The distance between Penzance and Bourton-on-the-Water is 271 miles. The road distance is 233.6 miles.

How do I travel from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water without a car?

The best way to get from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £120 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water bus from?

Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water train from?

Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.

Train or bus from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The best way to get from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water bus arrive?

Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water train arrive?

Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Where can I stay near Bourton-on-the-Water?

There are 1950+ hotels available in Bourton-on-the-Water.

Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 39m
£128–211
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boscawen Streetbus 18
2. Take the bus from Truro to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cheltenham Spatrain
10h 53m
£45–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 104
10h 24m
£51–118
Drive 232.2 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Watercar 232.2 mi
4h 11m
£56–81
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Penzance to Plymouthtrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 47m
£130–203

Penzance to Bourton-on-the-Water by train and bus

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Distance: 269.9 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Bourton-on-the-Water, England?

You can take a train from Penzance to Rectory Lane via Exeter St Davids, Cheltenham Spa, Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn, Clarence Parade arrival, and Royal Well Bus Station in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hub twice daily. Tickets cost £45–120 and the journey takes 9h.

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