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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Dawlish is to bus which costs £18 - £65 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Dawlish is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lanherne via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Dawlish?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Penzance and arriving at Dawlish. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Penzance to Dawlish?

The distance between Penzance and Dawlish is 119 miles. The road distance is 115.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Dawlish without a car is to train via Newton Abbot which takes 2h 57m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Penzance to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Dawlish bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penzance to Dawlish train from?

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

Train or bus from Penzance to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Penzance to Dawlish is to train via Newton Abbot which takes 2h 57m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £65 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Penzance to Dawlish bus arrive?

Penzance to Dawlish bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Penzance to Dawlish train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penzance to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Dawlish is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Penzance to Dawlish.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Penzance to Dawlish?

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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Train via Newton Abbot
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Newton Abbottrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2h 57m
£53–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 406 / ...
5h 42m
£18–64
Drive 114.9 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Dawlishcar 114.9 mi
2h 16m
£28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Penzance to Dawlishtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
3h
£50–100

Penzance to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 117.9 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Newton Abbot hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 4h 35m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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