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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Gloucester is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Gloucester is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Transport Hub via Golden Valley Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Gloucester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Penzance and arriving at Gloucester. Services depart three times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Penzance to Gloucester?

The distance between Penzance and Gloucester is 279 miles. The road distance is 212.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Gloucester without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £140 - £210.

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

The train from Penzance to Gloucester takes 5h 15m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Gloucester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penzance to Gloucester train from?

Penzance to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Penzance station.

Train or bus from Penzance to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Penzance to Gloucester is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £140 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Penzance to Gloucester bus arrive?

Penzance to Gloucester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the Penzance to Gloucester train arrive?

Penzance to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Gloucester station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Gloucester is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Penzance to Gloucester.

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Penzance to Gloucester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Gloucestertrain Penzance - Leeds
5h 15m
£140–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 104
9h 33m
£49–117
Drive 211.4 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Gloucestercar 211.4 mi
3h 49m
£52–75
Fly, train
1. Fly from Land'S End Airport (LEQ) to Exeter (EXT)plane LEQ - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucestertrain
6h 52m
£87–376
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Penzance to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucestertrain
5h 45m
£107–209

Penzance to Gloucester by train

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Distance: 277 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Penzance to Gloucester 3 times a week. Tickets cost £140–210 and the journey takes 5h 15m. 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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