What is the cheapest way to get from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Cheddar Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Cheddar Gorge. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Tweentown via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Cheddar Gorge?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Yatton via Taunton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge?

The distance between Penzance and Cheddar Gorge is 206 miles. The road distance is 165.5 miles.

How do I travel from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge without a car is to train via Taunton which takes 4h 54m and costs £110 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Cheddar Gorge bus from?

Penzance to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Cheddar Gorge train from?

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

Train or bus from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge?

The best way to get from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge is to train via Taunton which takes 4h 54m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Penzance to Cheddar Gorge bus arrive?

Penzance to Cheddar Gorge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Penzance to Cheddar Gorge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Cheddar Gorge is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge.

Where can I stay near Cheddar Gorge?

There are 2667+ hotels available in Cheddar Gorge.

Penzance to Cheddar Gorge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge by train, bus, or car

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Train via Taunton
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Tauntontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Taunton to Yattontrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 54m
£112–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 404
8h 48m
£35–90
Drive 164.5 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Cheddar Gorgecar 164.5 mi
3h 7m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Penzance to Weston-super-Maretrain Penzance - Cardiff Central
6h 17m
£87–164

Penzance to Cheddar Gorge by bus and foot

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Distance: 204.8 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Cheddar Gorge, England?

You can take a train from Penzance to Cheddar Gorge via Taunton and Yatton in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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