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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Somerset is to bus via Plymouth which costs £15 - £45 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Somerset is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Somerset?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Verriers. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Taunton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Penzance to Somerset?

The distance between Penzance and Somerset is 170 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Penzance to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penzance to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Penzance to Somerset?

The best way to get from Penzance to Somerset is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Plymouth, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Penzance to Somerset bus arrive?

Penzance to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Verriers station.

Where does the Penzance to Somerset train arrive?

Penzance to Somerset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Somerset is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Penzance to Somerset.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Tauntontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
4h 8m
£70–140
Bus via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
5h 23m
£15–45
Drive 144.5 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Somersetcar 144.5 mi
2h 47m
£36–51
Fly, train, bus
1. Fly from Land'S End Airport (LEQ) to Exeter (EXT)plane LEQ - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Castle Way to Shovel Lanebus
5h 48m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Verriersbus 404
6h 40m
£35–85

Penzance to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Taunton every 2 hours. Tickets cost £70–140 and the journey takes 3h 21m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Huntworth Lane M5 via Plymouth Coach Station in around 5h 23m.

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