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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Porthtowan is to bus which costs £3 - £9 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Porthtowan is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Porthtowan?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Porthtowan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Porthtowan Turn via Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Penzance to Porthtowan?

The distance between Penzance and Porthtowan is 23 miles. The road distance is 20.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Porthtowan without a car is to train and line 315 bus which takes 1h 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Penzance to Porthtowan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Porthtowan bus from?

Penzance to Porthtowan bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Penzance to Porthtowan bus arrive?

Penzance to Porthtowan bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, arrive at Railway Station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Porthtowan?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Porthtowan is 20 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Penzance to Porthtowan.

Where can I stay near Porthtowan?

There are 4294+ hotels available in Porthtowan.

Penzance to Porthtowan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 315 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 315 bus
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Redruthtrain Penzance - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Porthtowan Turnbus 315
1h 46m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 18
2h 41m
£3–9
Drive 20.1 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Porthtowancar 20.1 mi
26 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penzance to Porthtowantaxi 20.1 mi
26 min
£40–55

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Distance: 22.6 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

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

Go Cornwall Bus operates a bus from Bus Station to Railway Station hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 21m. National Express also services this route 4 times a day.

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