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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Wales is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Wales is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Wales. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Wales?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Penzance and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Penzance to Wales?

The distance between Penzance and Wales is 245 miles. The road distance is 212.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Wales without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £100 - £190.

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

The train from Penzance to Cardiff Central takes 5h 31m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penzance to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Penzance to Wales?

The best way to get from Penzance to Wales is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Penzance to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Penzance to Wales train arrive?

Penzance to Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Wales is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Penzance to Wales.

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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There are 3 ways to get from Penzance to Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Cardiff Centraltrain Penzance - Cardiff Central
5h 31m
£100–190
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
7h 50m
£34–62
Drive 211.6 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Cardiffcar 211.6 mi
3h 56m
£53–76

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Distance: 244.1 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Penzance, England and Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Cardiff Central once a week. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Plymouth Coach Station in around 7h 50m.

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