What is the cheapest way to get from Penzance to Carnon Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Carnon Downs is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Penzance to Carnon Downs?

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Carnon Downs is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Carnon Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Carnon Downs. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Village Hall via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Carnon Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Carnon Downs. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Perranwell via Truro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Penzance to Carnon Downs?

The distance between Penzance and Carnon Downs is 30 miles. The road distance is 25.5 miles.

How do I travel from Penzance to Carnon Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Penzance to Carnon Downs without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £11 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Penzance to Carnon Downs?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Penzance to Carnon Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Carnon Downs bus from?

Penzance to Carnon Downs bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Carnon Downs train from?

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

Train or bus from Penzance to Carnon Downs?

The best way to get from Penzance to Carnon Downs is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £11 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Penzance to Carnon Downs bus arrive?

Penzance to Carnon Downs bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Penzance to Carnon Downs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penzance to Carnon Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Carnon Downs is 26 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Penzance to Carnon Downs.

How do I get a train ticket from Penzance to Carnon Downs?

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Where can I stay near Carnon Downs?

There are 3348+ hotels available in Carnon Downs.

Penzance to Carnon Downs - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Penzance to Carnon Downs by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Trurotrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
1h 18m
£12–23
Drive 25.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penzance to Carnon Downscar 25.4 mi
36 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 18
2h 34m
£8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penzance to Carnon Downstaxi 25.4 mi
36 min
£110–140

Penzance to Carnon Downs by train

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Distance: 29.7 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Carnon Downs, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Truro hourly. Tickets cost £10–20 and the journey takes 38 min. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Go Cornwall Bus operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 2h 5m. National Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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