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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Silverton is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Silverton is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Silverton?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Silverton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Silverton Turn via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Silverton?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Silverton. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Exeter St Davids via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Penzance to Silverton?

The distance between Penzance and Silverton is 137 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Silverton without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Penzance to Silverton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Silverton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penzance to Silverton train from?

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

Train or bus from Penzance to Silverton?

The best way to get from Penzance to Silverton is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Penzance to Silverton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Penzance to Silverton train arrive?

Penzance to Silverton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Silverton?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Silverton is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Penzance to Silverton.

Where can I stay near Silverton?

There are 1173+ hotels available in Silverton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
4h 15m
£57–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 406 / ...
5h 21m
£18–39
Drive 115.1 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Silvertoncar 115.1 mi
2h 4m
£29–41
Bus via The Star Inn
1. Take the bus from The Star Inn to Bampfylde Streetbus 406 / ...
6h 32m
£25–41

Penzance to Silverton by train and bus

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.6 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Exeter St Davids hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street 3 times a day. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 4h 35m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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