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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Melksham is to bus which costs £17 - £55 and takes 8h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Melksham is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Plymouth Coach Station, Airport Tavern and Guildhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Bath Spa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Penzance to Melksham?

The distance between Penzance and Melksham is 231 miles. The road distance is 197 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Melksham without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Penzance to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penzance to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Penzance to Melksham?

The best way to get from Penzance to Melksham is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Penzance to Melksham bus arrive?

Penzance to Melksham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Penzance to Melksham train arrive?

Penzance to Melksham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bath Spa station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Melksham is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Penzance to Melksham.

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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Penzance to Melksham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 19 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Bath Spatrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
5h 24m
£98–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Airport Tavernbus Fal
8h 42m
£18–55
Drive 195.9 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Melkshamcar 195.9 mi
3h 43m
£49–70
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Westbury (Wilts)train Plymouth - Reading / ...
6h 19m
£92–185
Train, line 19 bus
1. Take the train from Penzance to Bristol Parkwaytrain Penzance - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Parkway Stn to Bus Stationbus 19
7h 26m
£115–162

Penzance to Melksham by train, foot, and bus

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5h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 229.6 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Bath Spa 6 times a week. Tickets cost £95–180 and the journey takes 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Market Place via Plymouth Coach Station, Airport Tavern, Bus Station, and Guildhall in around 8h 42m.

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