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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Launceston is to bus and line 78 bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Launceston is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Westgate Street via Lloyds Bank. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Penzance to Launceston?

The distance between Penzance and Launceston is 83 miles. The road distance is 69 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Launceston without a car is to train and line 78 bus which takes 3h 33m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Penzance to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Launceston bus from?

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

Where does the Penzance to Launceston bus arrive?

Penzance to Launceston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lloyds Bank station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Launceston is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Penzance to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1355+ hotels available in Launceston.

Penzance to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 78 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 78 bus
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Liskeardtrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 78 / ...
3h 33m
£31–55
Bus, line 78 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lloyds Bankbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Westgate Streetbus 78 / ...
4h 15m
£16–33
Drive 68.6 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Launcestoncar 68.6 mi
1h 11m
£17–25
Train, line 177 bus
1. Take the train from Penzance to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Callywith College Car Park to Westgate Streetbus 177 / ...
3h 50m
£30–51

Penzance to Launceston by train and bus

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3h 33mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.6 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Westgate Street via Lloyds Bank in around 4h 15m.

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